Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X90
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Released February 2011
(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
- Announced July 2010
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Here, we are contrasting the Olympus SZ-10 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SZ-10 was manufactured 8 months after the X90 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SZ-10 scores versus the X90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Pentax X90
| SZ-10 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Olympus SZ-10
| X90 | SZ-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Pentax X90
| SZ-10 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 has physical dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-10 against the X90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and X90 is 90 and 69 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-10 and X90.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-10 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SZ-10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Olympus SZ-10 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Pentax X90 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-02-08 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.10 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | 220 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-50B | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $300 | $350 |