Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD14

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD14, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The X90 was manufactured 3 years after the SD14 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the X90 matches up versus the SD14 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Sigma SD14. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 has external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the X90 versus the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and SD14 is 69 and 59 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and SD14.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax X90 will offer greater detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern X90 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.