Pentax X90 vs Sony W320
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Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Pentax X90 and Sony W320, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe X90 was manufactured 6 months after the W320 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X90 grades against the W320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony W320
X90 | W320 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Pentax X90
W320 | X90 |
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Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony W320
X90 | W320 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Pentax X90 and Sony W320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the X90 and the W320.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and W320 is 69 and 97 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and W320.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W320 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.
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Pentax X90 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-L106 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $269 |