Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90
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Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
(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
- Revealed July 2010

Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Pentax W90 versus Pentax X90, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The W90 was introduced 4 months prior to the X90 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the W90 grades vs the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W90 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at Pentax W90 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Pentax X90
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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Pentax W90
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Common features in the Pentax W90 and Pentax X90
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax W90 enjoys external dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Pentax W90 versus Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the W90 compared to the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the W90 and X90 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the W90 and X90.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

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Pentax W90 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Pentax Optio W90 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio W90 | Pentax X90 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-24 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 ID | D-LI68 | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $120 | $350 |