Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax X90

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX600 HS versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was unveiled 3 years after the X90 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX600 HS grades against the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Pentax X90. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX600 HS and the X90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and X90 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and X90.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The younger SX600 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.