Pentax X90 vs Sony RX100 VI

The following is a in-depth review of the Pentax X90 versus Sony RX100 VI, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X90 was unveiled 9 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X90 grades against the RX100 VI in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X90 enjoys outside 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 RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 versus Sony RX100 VI in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the X90 and the RX100 VI.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and RX100 VI is 69 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and RX100 VI.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX100 VI will offer extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.