Pentax X90 vs Samsung PL120

Following is a complete overview of the Pentax X90 versus Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X90 was brought out 6 months earlier than the PL120 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the X90 grades versus the PL120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 comes with physical dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X90 versus Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the X90 and the PL120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and PL120 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and PL120.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung PL120 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.