Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90
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Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2014
- Newer Model is Nikon P610
(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
- Released July 2010

Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon P600 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P600 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P600 was revealed 3 years later than the X90 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P600 grades vs the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Pentax X90. The full galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Pentax X90
P600 | X90 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 44 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Nikon P600
X90 | P600 |
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Common features in the Nikon P600 and Pentax X90
P600 | X90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P600 has got outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P600 versus Pentax X90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the P600 against the X90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and X90 is 65 and 69 respectively.

Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and X90.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon P600 to offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern P600 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P600 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P600 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P600 | Pentax X90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-02-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 565 grams (1.25 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 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 | 330 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $750 | $350 |