Pentax X90 vs Samsung SL202

Here, we are looking at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung SL202, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X90 was revealed 17 months later than the SL202 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the X90 matches up versus the SL202 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Samsung SL202. The full galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X90 versus Samsung SL202 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the X90 against the SL202.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and SL202 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and SL202.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax X90 to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger X90 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.