Pentax X90 vs Samsung ST80

Below is a thorough overview of the Pentax X90 vs Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 7 months later than the ST80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X90 scores versus the ST80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 offers external 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 ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the X90 and the ST80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and ST80 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and ST80.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung ST80 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent X90 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.