Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300
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35 Features
34 Overall
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73 Overall
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched November 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX210
- Newer Model is Samsung NX500
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
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.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung NX300
X90 | NX300 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Pentax X90
NX300 | X90 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | July 2010 | Newer by 41 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 768k | 230k | Sharper display (+538k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung NX300
X90 | NX300 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
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.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
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.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax X90 | Samsung NX300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2013-11-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 lb) | 331g (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-L106 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $350 | $750 |