Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax X90

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon A3400 IS and Pentax X90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was revealed 20 months later than the X90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon A3400 IS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A3400 IS scores versus the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Pentax X90. The full galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Canon A3400 IS and Pentax X90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the A3400 IS compared to the X90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and X90 is 96 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3400 IS and X90.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A3400 IS to provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger A3400 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.