Pentax X90 vs Sigma fp L

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax X90 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The X90 was brought out 11 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the X90 grades vs the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 versus Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the X90 against the fp L.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and fp L is 69 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and fp L.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X90 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sigma fp L will result in extra detail having its extra 49 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.