Pentax X90 vs Sony A560

Here, we are looking at the Pentax X90 vs Sony A560, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the A560 (14MP) is very similar but the X90 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The X90 was manufactured within a month of the A560 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the X90 matches up vs the A560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 offers external measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X90 vs Sony A560 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the X90 vs the A560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and A560 is 69 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and A560.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X90 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A560 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.