Pentax X90 vs Sony TX20

Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax X90 versus Sony TX20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X90 was announced 20 months earlier than the TX20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the X90 matches up versus the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X90 versus Sony TX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the X90 and the TX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and TX20 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and TX20.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony TX20 to offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.