Pentax X90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

The following is a complete assessment of the Pentax X90 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X90 was brought out 3 years before the Galaxy Camera which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the X90 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features outer dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X90 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the X90 vs the Galaxy Camera.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and Galaxy Camera is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.