Fujifilm JZ100 vs Pentax X90

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax X90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was released 19 months after the X90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades versus the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Pentax X90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 and the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and X90 is 95 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and X90.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JZ100 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JZ100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.