Pentax X90 vs Sony ZV-1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax X90 vs Sony ZV-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") use totally different sensor size.

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The X90 was introduced 11 years before the ZV-1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the X90 grades versus the ZV-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 has physical measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the X90 against the ZV-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and ZV-1 is 69 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and ZV-1.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X90 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony ZV-1 will produce more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind in sensor innovation.