Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-820UZ
(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
- Introduced July 2010
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe SP-820UZ was released 2 years after the X90 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SP-820UZ scores versus the X90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Pentax X90
SP-820UZ | X90 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | July 2010 | Newer by 26 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
X90 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Pentax X90
SP-820UZ | X90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ enjoys external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-820UZ against the X90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and X90 is 69 and 69 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-820UZ and X90.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SP-820UZ to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger SP-820UZ should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax X90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-08-21 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing 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 | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | - | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $299 | $350 |