Pentax X90 vs Samsung WB30F

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax X90 and Samsung WB30F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X90 was brought out 3 years before the WB30F and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the X90 matches up versus the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 offers outside 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) whilst the Samsung WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X90 and Samsung WB30F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the X90 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and WB30F is 69 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and WB30F.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB30F to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older X90 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.