Canon G3 X vs Pentax X90

Following is a complete analysis of the Canon G3 X and Pentax X90, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and X90 (12MP) and the G3 X (1") and X90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G3 X was manufactured 5 years after the X90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G3 X scores versus the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Pentax X90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X has got external dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G3 X versus the X90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and X90 is 60 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and X90.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G3 X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G3 X will deliver extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer G3 X should have a benefit in sensor tech.