Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX210

The following is a complete assessment of the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The X90 was manufactured 3 years prior to the NX210 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the X90 scores versus the NX210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 and Samsung NX210. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax X90 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 against the NX210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and NX210 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and NX210.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX210 will give extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged X90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.