Pentax X90 vs Samsung WB850F

The following is a detailed overview of the Pentax X90 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was unveiled 18 months prior to the WB850F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the X90 grades against the WB850F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 versus the WB850F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X90 and WB850F is 69 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and WB850F.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB850F to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.