Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe X90 was revealed 3 years before the DV150F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X90 scores versus the DV150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung DV150F
X90 | DV150F | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Pentax X90
DV150F | X90 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2010 | More recent by 30 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung DV150F
X90 | DV150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 enjoys outside dimensions 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 DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X90 vs the DV150F.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and DV150F is 69 and 96 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and DV150F.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung DV150F to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Pentax X90 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X90 | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-L106 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $150 |