Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP2
- Updated by Sigma DP2x
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Following is a in depth overview of the Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe X90 was introduced 5 months after the DP2s and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X90 matches up against the DP2s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sigma DP2s
| X90 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Pentax X90
| DP2s | X90 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sigma DP2s
| X90 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | February 2010 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 has got 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) while the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the X90 versus the DP2s.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and DP2s is 69 and 86 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and DP2s.
As you can tell, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X90 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax X90 will give you greater detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sigma |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Sigma DP2s |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Prime | True II |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 5MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lb) | 280 gr (0.62 lb) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | D-L106 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $940 |