Pentax X90 vs Sony A700

Lets look much closer at the Pentax X90 vs Sony A700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is fairly close but the X90 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The X90 was announced 2 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the X90 scores against the A700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the X90 versus the A700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and A700 is 69 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and A700.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The X90 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more recent X90 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.