Pentax X90 vs Sony W570

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax X90 versus Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X90 was released 6 months before the W570 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the X90 grades versus the W570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X90 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X90 versus Sony W570 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X90 against the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and W570 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and W570.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W570 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.