Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Pentax X90

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and X90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and X90 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was launched 7 months after the X90 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm F500 EXR being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the X90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Pentax X90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs the X90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and X90 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and X90.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F500 EXR provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.