Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30
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Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Released July 2013
Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Pentax X90 versus Sony TX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe X90 was unveiled 4 years prior to the TX30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the X90 scores vs the TX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony TX30
X90 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Pentax X90
TX30 | X90 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | July 2010 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper screen (+999k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony TX30
X90 | TX30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X90 has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Pentax X90 versus Sony TX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the X90 vs the TX30.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and TX30 is 69 and 96 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and TX30.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony TX30 to provide greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X90 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3.3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
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 grams (0.94 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-L106 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $350 | $230 |