Fujifilm JX550 vs Pentax X90

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax X90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was announced 19 months later than the X90 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores vs the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Pentax X90. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the X90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and X90 is 95 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and X90.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JX550 to provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX550 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.