Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Earlier Model is Samsung GX-10
Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very well matched but the X90 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe X90 was manufactured 2 years later than the GX-20 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the X90 grades versus the GX-20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung GX-20
X90 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | January 2008 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Pentax X90
GX-20 | X90 |
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Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-20
X90 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 provides exterior 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-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax X90 and Samsung GX-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the X90 versus the GX-20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and GX-20 is 69 and 58 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and GX-20.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X90 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung GX-20 will resolve greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger X90 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax X90 | Samsung GX-20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-L106 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $350 | $850 |