Pentax X90 vs Samsung ST150F

Here is a complete comparison of the Pentax X90 versus Samsung ST150F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was unveiled 3 years before the ST150F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the X90 grades versus the ST150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 offers physical measurements 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 ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the X90 compared to the ST150F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and ST150F is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and ST150F.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung ST150F to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older X90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.