Pentax X90 vs Samsung ST6500

Following is a in-depth overview of the Pentax X90 versus Samsung ST6500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X90 was brought out 6 months earlier than the ST6500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the X90 matches up vs the ST6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the X90 against the ST6500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and ST6500 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and ST6500.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung ST6500 to deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.