Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe X90 was announced 12 months prior to the WX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the X90 scores versus the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony WX30
X90 | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Pentax X90
WX30 | X90 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony WX30
X90 | WX30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 offers outside 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 WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the X90 vs the WX30.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and WX30 is 69 and 96 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and WX30.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX30 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-L106 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $350 | $259 |