Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 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
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Raise to 1600)
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Announced March 2004
- Previous Model is Sigma SD9
- New Model is Sigma SD14
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Pentax X90 versus Sigma SD10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Pentax and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe X90 was brought out 6 years after the SD10 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X90 matches up versus the SD10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Sigma SD10. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sigma SD10
X90 | SD10 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | March 2004 | Newer by 77 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.9") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Clearer screen (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Pentax X90
SD10 | X90 |
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Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sigma SD10
X90 | SD10 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X90 versus Sigma SD10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the X90 versus the SD10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and SD10 is 69 and 54 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and SD10.
As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X90 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax X90 will offer you extra detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher X90 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax X90 | Sigma SD10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2004-03-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 1.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 pounds) | 950g (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-L106 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $198 |