Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-1S

Below, we are contrasting the Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The X90 was revealed 4 years after the GX-1S which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the X90 scores against the GX-1S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X90 offers 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) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X90 versus the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and GX-1S is 69 and 68 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and GX-1S.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X90 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax X90 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern X90 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.