Pentax X90 vs Sony QX10

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax X90 and Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Lens-style by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 4 years before the QX10 which is quite a sizable difference 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 QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the X90 matches up versus the QX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 has got 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 QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Pentax X90 and Sony QX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 versus the QX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and QX10 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and QX10.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony QX10 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.