Olympus 6000 vs Pentax X90

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus 6000 and Pentax X90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the X90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the 6000 grades against the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6000 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6000 compared to the X90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and X90 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6000 and X90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax X90 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older 6000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.