Canon SX540 HS vs Pentax X90

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX540 HS and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was launched 5 years after the X90 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX540 HS scores against the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Pentax X90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS has got physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX540 HS against the X90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and X90 is 69 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and X90.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.