Pentax X90 vs Samsung CL80

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax X90 and Samsung CL80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 7 months after the CL80 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the X90 grades vs the CL80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X90 vs the CL80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and CL80 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and CL80.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung CL80 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent X90 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.