Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80 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
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the X90 grades versus the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sony WX80
| X90 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Pentax X90
| WX80 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sony WX80
| X90 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 offers physical measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X90 compared to the WX80.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and WX80 is 69 and 96 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and WX80.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony WX80 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax X90 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax X90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-8.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.10 m | 4.20 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lb) | 124 gr (0.27 lb) |
| 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 All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-L106 | NP-BN |
| 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 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $350 | $276 |