Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-10

Below, we are reviewing the Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is very comparable but the X90 (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The X90 was revealed 3 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X90 scores versus the GX-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 offers outer dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the X90 against the GX-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and GX-10 is 69 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and GX-10.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X90 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax X90 will produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher X90 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.