Pentax X90 vs Sony NEX-6

Here, we are matching up the Pentax X90 versus Sony NEX-6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The X90 was unveiled 3 years prior to the NEX-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the X90 grades versus the NEX-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 has outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax X90 versus Sony NEX-6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the X90 compared to the NEX-6.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and NEX-6 is 69 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and NEX-6.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X90 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-6 will give you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.