Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90
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Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Launched February 2010
- Succeeded the Nikon L100
- Replacement is Nikon L120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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

Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Nikon L110 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L110 was introduced 5 months before the X90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L110 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L110 scores against the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Pentax X90. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L110 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Pentax X90
L110 | X90 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Nikon L110
X90 | L110 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Pentax X90
L110 | X90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L110 features outer dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L110 versus Pentax X90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the L110 vs the X90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L110 and X90 is 77 and 69 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and X90.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you need to take the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon L110 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Pentax X90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 13.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 406 grams (0.90 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 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 (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $350 |