Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90
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Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Released July 2010

Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL240 was released 19 months after the X90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores vs the X90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL240 over the Pentax X90
Fujifilm SL240 | X90 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Fujifilm SL240
X90 | Fujifilm SL240 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL240 and Pentax X90
Fujifilm SL240 | X90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL240 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has sizing 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 SL240 vs Pentax X90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and X90 is 67 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and X90.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm SL240 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL240 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm SL240 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL240 | Pentax X90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm�7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m�3.6 m) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 510 gr (1.12 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 300 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-85 | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $280 | $350 |