Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ25W

Let's look more closely at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X90 was announced within a month of the HZ25W so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X90 matches up vs the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 comes with external measurements 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 HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the X90 against the HZ25W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X90 and HZ25W is 69 and 70 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and HZ25W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account.