Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax E90

In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X10 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and E90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 2 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X10 scores vs the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X10 versus Pentax E90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 vs the E90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and E90 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and E90.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X10 will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.