Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD1

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax X90 and Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Pentax and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is relatively similar but the X90 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The X90 was revealed 2 months prior to the SD1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the X90 matches up versus the SD1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Sigma SD1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 comes with outer dimensions 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 SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the X90 compared to the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and SD1 is 69 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and SD1.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X90 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma SD1 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.