Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX mini
69 Imaging
35 Features
34 Overall
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93 Imaging
51 Features
68 Overall
57
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX mini 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
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Released March 2014
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On this page, we are looking at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX mini, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe X90 was manufactured 4 years prior to the NX mini which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the X90 matches up vs the NX mini in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung NX mini
| X90 | NX mini |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Pentax X90
| NX mini | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2014 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 45 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX mini
| X90 | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X90 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the X90 compared to the NX mini.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X90 and NX mini is 69 and 93 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and NX mini.
Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will offer extra detail due to its extra 8.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Samsung NX mini | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Samsung NX mini |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2014-03-19 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX-M |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 2 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
| Flash settings | - | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| 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 lbs) | 196 grams (0.43 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 life | - | 650 photos |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-L106 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $530 |