Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX1100

Here is a detailed overview of the Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX1100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The X90 was introduced 3 years before the NX1100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the X90 matches up versus the NX1100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 and Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax X90 comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the X90 versus the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and NX1100 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and NX1100.

Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X90 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.