Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX2000

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The X90 was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX2000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X90 grades against the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X90 offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX2000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X90 and the NX2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and NX2000 is 69 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and NX2000.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X90 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX2000 will produce greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.