Pentax X90 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to examine more closely at the Pentax X90 and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X90 was introduced 5 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the X90 scores against the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features outer dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X90 and Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the X90 against the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and HX90V is 69 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and HX90V.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to give greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.