Canon G3 X vs Pentax E90

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon G3 X versus Pentax E90, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and E90 (10MP) and the G3 X (1") and E90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The G3 X was launched 5 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the G3 X matches up vs the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G3 X features outside measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Canon G3 X versus Pentax E90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G3 X against the E90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and E90 is 60 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and E90.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 X because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon G3 X will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern G3 X is going to have an edge in sensor tech.