Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2015
(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
- Announced July 2010
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Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm S9800 was revealed 4 years after the X90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up against the X90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Pentax X90
| Fujifilm S9800 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2015 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 56 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Fujifilm S9800
| X90 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax X90
| Fujifilm S9800 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 compared to the X90.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and X90 is 61 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and X90.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S9800 to provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9800 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Fujifilm S9800 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model type | Fujifilm S9800 | Pentax X90 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 life | 300 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $299 | $350 |