Pentax X90 vs Sony W350

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax X90 vs Sony W350, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was introduced 6 months later than the W350 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the X90 grades against the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 provides external 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 W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax X90 vs Sony W350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 compared to the W350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X90 and W350 is 69 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and W350.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W350 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively.