Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5 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
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010
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Following is a in depth analysis of the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe X90 was announced about the same time to the WX5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the X90 grades vs the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony WX5
| X90 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Pentax X90
| WX5 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 2.8" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony WX5
| X90 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 has external dimensions 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the X90 versus the WX5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and WX5 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and WX5.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.8 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 428g (0.94 lbs) | 146g (0.32 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 model | D-L106 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $350 | $250 |