Pentax X90 vs Sony W550

Below is a detailed comparison of the Pentax X90 and Sony W550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was revealed 12 months before the W550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the X90 matches up against the W550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 features physical dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X90 and Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the X90 vs the W550.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and W550 is 69 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and W550.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W550 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.