Pentax X90 vs Sony H300

Here is a extensive analysis of the Pentax X90 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X90 was introduced 4 years prior to the H300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the X90 scores vs the H300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 enjoys outer 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 H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X90 versus Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the X90 against the H300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and H300 is 69 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and H300.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.