Pentax X90 vs Fujifilm FinePix S4200

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Pentax X90 and the Fujifilm FinePix S4200, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Pentax X90 was introduced in July 2010 and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 was introduced in January 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax X90 over Fujifilm FinePix S4200.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S4200 over Pentax X90.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Pentax X90 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Viewfinder

Cameras have built-in Electronic viewfinders. magnification and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 has 97% coverage magnification.

Pentax X90 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400. Fujifilm FinePix S4200 features a 14.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 64 - 1,600 and expands to 64 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

Pentax X90 is equipped with Prime processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2256, 3072 x 2304, 2992, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix S4200 can take pictures up to 4288 x 3216 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2864, 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Bluetooth on Pentax X90

Pentax X90 has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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NFC on Fujifilm FinePix S4200

Fujifilm FinePix S4200 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Pentax X90 has an HDMI and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Pentax X90 comes with D-L106 battery pack and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 comes with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.

External Storage Slots

Pentax X90 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Fujifilm FinePix S4200 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Pentax X90, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S4200. Fujifilm FinePix S4200 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.10 m on Pentax X90 and 7.00 m Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m on Fujifilm FinePix S4200..

Pentax X90 body has dimensions of 111 x 85 x 110 mm (4.37 x 3.35 x 4.33") and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 body has dimensions of 118 x 81 x 100 mm (4.65 x 3.19 x 3.94"). Pentax X90 weighs 428 g (0.94 lb / 15.10 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S4200 weighs 543 g (1.20 lb / 19.15 oz).

Pentax X90

Fujifilm FinePix S4200

111 mm

85 mm

118 mm

81 mm

85 mm

81 mm

110 mm

100 mm