Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Revealed July 2010
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm S1500 was revealed 16 months before the X90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S1500 grades against the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Pentax X90. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Pentax X90
Fujifilm S1500 | X90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Fujifilm S1500
X90 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 16 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Pentax X90
Fujifilm S1500 | X90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1500 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the X90.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and X90 is 82 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1500 and X90.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax X90 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S1500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Pentax X90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-17 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 345 gr (0.76 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $350 |