Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300

Let's look much closer at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X90 was announced 4 years before the NX300 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the X90 scores versus the NX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X90 versus Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the X90 vs the NX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and NX300 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and NX300.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300 will produce extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.