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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W

Portability
69
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34
Pentax X90 front
 
Samsung HZ50W front
Portability
70
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs

Pentax X90
(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
  • Introduced July 2010
Samsung HZ50W
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
  • Introduced May 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB5500
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview

Below, we are matching up the Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 3 months after the HZ50W so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the X90 grades against the HZ50W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung HZ50W

 X90 HZ50W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Pentax X90

 HZ50W X90 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ50W

 X90 HZ50W 
IntroducedJuly 2010May 2010Same generation
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 features external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the X90 against the HZ50W.

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and HZ50W is 69 and 70 respectively.

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and HZ50W.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ50W to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax X90
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ50W
29
you can focus manually
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
46
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports RAW files
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Pentax X90 Street photography highlights
Samsung HZ50W Street photography highlights
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Pentax X90 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ50W as a Sports photography camera
42
excellent zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking autofocus
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
48
excellent zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax X90 Travel photography features
Samsung HZ50W Travel photography features
51
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
very long reach (676mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
58
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
great zoom (676mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax X90 Landscape photography info
Samsung HZ50W Landscape photography info
35
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
51
focusing manually
really wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax X90 Vlogging details
Samsung HZ50W Vlogging details
23
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
24
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax X90 and Samsung HZ50W
 Pentax X90Samsung HZ50W
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax X90 Samsung HZ50W
Also referred to as - WB5500
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-07-06 2010-05-03
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by Prime -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 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 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
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 mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-676mm (26.0x) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 9.10 m 5.60 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Mic 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 grams (0.94 pounds) 426 grams (0.94 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
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)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $350 $250