Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB550
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here is a complete review of the Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X90 was brought out 17 months later than the HZ15W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the X90 matches up vs the HZ15W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung HZ15W
X90 | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Pentax X90
HZ15W | X90 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ15W
X90 | HZ15W | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax X90 enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the X90 vs the HZ15W.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and HZ15W is 69 and 90 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and HZ15W.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent X90 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Pentax X90 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X90 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | - | WB550 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-L106 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $350 | $330 |