Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST90

In this write-up, we are comparing the Pentax X70 versus Samsung ST90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X70 was unveiled 22 months earlier than the ST90 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the X70 matches up vs the ST90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X70 & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X70 has got external measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X70 versus Samsung ST90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the X70 and the ST90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and ST90 is 71 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and ST90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST90 to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.