Pentax X90

The Pentax X90 is an easy-to-use superzoom that offers decent picture quality and plenty of features. It's good value for money too, although it does feel rather plasticky.

Review posted 06/18/2010Quick TakePros26x Optical Zoom (26-676mm); Powerful Pop-up Flash; Shake Reduction; EVF and 2.7-inch LCD; Green Mode; Overall Camera Performance; HDMI output ConsHigh amounts of noise in all ISO settings; Inaccurate Auto White Balance; Noise in VideosBottom LinePentax's X90 is

The Pentax Optio X90 is a brand new super-zoom compact camera featuring a 26x image-stabilized zoom lens with a focal range of 26-676mm. Successor to the X70 model, the X90 has a 12 megapixel sensor, 2.7 inch screen, full range of creative shooting modes and can record 720p HD movies. Retailing for £329.99 / $399.95, does the Pentax Optio X90 offer enough to match its super-zoom rivals? Gavin Stoker finds out in our Pentax Optio X90 review.

Pentax X90 (Compact Camera): 4 out of 5 stars from 2 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

It's now more than a year since we published our last superzoom group test and despite the hype surrounding mirrorless system cameras such as Micro Four Thirds or the Sony NEX, and the fact that entry level DSLRs are becoming more and more affordable, superzoom cameras are as popular with consumers as ever. It is easy to see why. The combination of a large zoom range from wideangle to super telephoto, DSLR-like ergonomics and an attractive price point guarantee that these cameras appeal to a very broad audience.

Pentax X90 review, find out how the X90 stacks up against the competition in our real-world review with in-depth image quality comparisons.

Full review: Compact DSLR alternative, with 26x optical zoom

Pentax X90 is a 12.0MP Small Sensor Superzoom camera with a 1/2.3-inch sized CCD sensor and 26-676 mm F2.8-5.0 lens. Read our X90 review to find its pros and cons.

A bridge camera that performs better than expected

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The Pentax X90 is probably best viewed as an all-in-one option for someone who wants a step up from a 3x zoom compact, but prefers the portability and

The Pentax X90 superzoom bridge camera has a 26x zoom lens, 720p HD video and image stabilisation