Pentax X90 vs Sony HX9V

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax X90 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X90 was introduced 12 months before the HX9V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the X90 grades vs the HX9V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 offers 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) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the X90 against the HX9V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and HX9V is 69 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and HX9V.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX9V to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.