Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III
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![Pentax X90 front Pentax X90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-X90/Pentax-X90-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX10-III/Sony-RX10-III-front.jpg)
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Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1051g - 133 x 94 x 127mm
- Announced March 2016
- Succeeded the Sony RX10 II
- Replacement is Sony RX10 IV
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Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Pentax X90 and Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
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The X90 was brought out 6 years before the RX10 III which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the X90 scores vs the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony RX10 III
X90 | RX10 III |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX10 III over the Pentax X90
RX10 III | X90 | |||
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Announced | March 2016 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 69 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony RX10 III
X90 | RX10 III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features external measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X90 and Sony RX10 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the X90 versus the RX10 III.
![Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III size comparison Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX10-III-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and RX10 III is 69 and 53 respectively.
![Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III top view buttons comparison Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX10-III-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and RX10 III.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X90 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX10 III will provide you with greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind in sensor tech.
![Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III sensor size comparison Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX10-III-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX10-III-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax X90 vs Sony RX10 III Specifications
Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2016-03-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 14.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lb) | 1051 gr (2.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 133 x 94 x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 472 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-L106 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $350 | $1,398 |