Olympus 8000 vs Pentax X90

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus 8000 and Pentax X90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 8000 was released 12 months before the X90 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 8000 matches up against the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 8000 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Olympus 8000 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 8000 vs the X90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and X90 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and X90.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 8000 will be behind in sensor tech.