Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX1

Following is a complete comparison of the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The X90 was released 5 years prior to the NX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X90 scores vs the NX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the X90 and the NX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and NX1 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and NX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X90 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.