Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9 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
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Launched November 2002
- Refreshed by Sigma SD10
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Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X90 was revealed 7 years after the SD9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the X90 matches up against the SD9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 & Sigma SD9. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Sigma SD9
| X90 | SD9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | November 2002 | More modern by 93 months |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.9") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 130k | Clearer screen (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Pentax X90
| SD9 | X90 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Sigma SD9
| X90 | SD9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X90 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the X90 versus the SD9.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and SD9 is 69 and 54 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and SD9.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X90 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax X90 will show greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent X90 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Pentax X90 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
| Pentax X90 | Sigma SD9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sigma |
| Model | Pentax X90 | Sigma SD9 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2002-11-26 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Prime | - |
| 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 | 3MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 76 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 1.8 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 130k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
| 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 | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
| 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) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) | 950 grams (2.09 lbs) |
| 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 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 (10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $350 | $3,001 |