Pentax X90 vs Sony TX55

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax X90 vs Sony TX55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X90 was announced 12 months prior to the TX55 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the X90 grades against the TX55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 enjoys outside 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) and the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Pentax X90 vs Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the X90 and the TX55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and TX55 is 69 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and TX55.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older X90 will be behind in sensor innovation.