Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90
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Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Revealed January 2019
(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
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In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the B600 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe B600 was introduced 8 years after the X90 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the B600 matches up versus the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Pentax X90
| B600 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2019 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 104 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Nikon B600
| X90 | B600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Pentax X90
| B600 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B600 has outside dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the B600 against the X90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and X90 is 67 and 69 respectively.
Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the B600 and X90.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon B600 to provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger B600 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon B600 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix B600 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Pentax X90 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2019-01-18 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 500 gr (1.10 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 280 photos | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $297 | $350 |
