Pentax X90 vs Samsung EX2F

Let's take a closer look at the Pentax X90 and Samsung EX2F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly comparable but the X90 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The X90 was launched 3 years prior to the EX2F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X90 matches up versus the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 and Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the X90 against the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and EX2F is 69 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and EX2F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The X90 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more aged X90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.