Pentax X90 vs Samsung SH100

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax X90 versus Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 6 months prior to the SH100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X90 matches up against the SH100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 and the SH100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and SH100 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and SH100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung SH100 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.