FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix HS22 EXR
- Replacement is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and X90 (12MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and X90 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

The HS20 EXR was announced 7 months after the X90 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the HS20 EXR grades vs the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Pentax X90
HS20 EXR | X90 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
X90 | HS20 EXR |
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Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Pentax X90
HS20 EXR | X90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR enjoys exterior measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst 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).
Contrast the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the HS20 EXR versus the X90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and X90 is 58 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HS20 EXR and X90.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer HS20 EXR will have an edge in sensor tech.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X90 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Pentax X90 |
Also called as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | Prime |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730 gr (1.61 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $600 | $350 |