Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600
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On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax X90 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X90 was released 6 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the X90 scores against the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung HZ30W
| X90 | HZ30W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Pentax X90
| HZ30W | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ30W
| X90 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 offers external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the X90 versus the HZ30W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and HZ30W is 69 and 91 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and HZ30W.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Also Known as | - | WB600 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-07-06 | 2010-01-19 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | 428g (0.94 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $350 | $280 |
