Nikon P90 vs Pentax X-5

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon P90 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P90 was launched 4 years prior to the X-5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the P90 matches up versus the X-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P90 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P90 enjoys exterior measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the P90 against the X-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P90 and X-5 is 70 and 65 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and X-5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged P90 will be behind in sensor tech.