Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax X90

Lets look closer at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was announced 19 months later than the X90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-12 grades against the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the X90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and X90 is 89 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and X90.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-12 to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ-12 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.