Pentax X90 vs Sony WX350

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and WX350 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X90 was released 4 years prior to the WX350 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the X90 matches up versus the WX350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X90 offers external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the X90 compared to the WX350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and WX350 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and WX350.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX350 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.