Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX1000

Here is a extensive assessment of the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The X90 was launched 21 months prior to the NX1000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X90 scores vs the NX1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the X90 versus the NX1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and NX1000 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and NX1000.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X90 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX1000 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.