Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90
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Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Released 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
- Introduced July 2010

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was announced 19 months after the X90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z5120 grades versus the X90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Pentax X90
Z5120 | X90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Kodak Z5120
X90 | Z5120 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Pentax X90
Z5120 | X90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z5120 offers external measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5120 against the X90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and X90 is 68 and 69 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and X90.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Kodak Z5120 to provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z5120 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax X90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 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 ID | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $350 |