Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched August 2010
- Newer Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Revealed July 2010
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX130 IS versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX130 IS was announced 2 months after the X90 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX130 IS matches up against the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Pentax X90
SX130 IS | X90 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Canon SX130 IS
X90 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Pentax X90
SX130 IS | X90 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | July 2010 | Same age | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Canon SX130 IS versus Pentax X90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS against the X90.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and X90 is 85 and 69 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and X90.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax X90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 308 grams (0.68 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $250 | $350 |