Step up in form and function from digital compact offerings without the size, weight, and expense of a true DSLR camera. The Pentax X90 packs DSLR capabilities in a convenient, compact body that offers over-the-top zoom, high-end image quality and innovative features.
Using the Pentax X90 means no subject is too fast, or too far, or too close. With a 12.1 megapixel CCD sensor and comprehensive anti-shake system, you will take photographs that are sharp to the last detail, no matter if your hands shake, or how fast your subject! The high-magnification optical 26X zoom lens offers a focal-length coverage between 26mm wide angle to 676mm super telephoto to optimize the image quality of 12.1 effective megapixels. Coupled with the Intelligent Zoom function, the X90’s zoom range can be extended to approximately 162.5X without compromising image quality. Besides the impressive zoom power, the X90 has a super macro mode that lets you approach the subject to as close as one centimeter away, to capture fine-detailed, close-up images with ease.
The X90 is not just a high performance still camera – it's also a camcorder capable of creating up to 1280 x 720 pixel HD movies that will sparkle on your HDTV. Capturing moments is easy with the electronic viewfinder and the large 2.7" color screen on the back of the camera. The X90 offers photographers the ease-of-use of a compact camera with powerful shooting options traditionally found on a DSLR. Bring one home and find out for yourself!
12.1 Megapixel EffectiveCombining a 12.1-megapixel CCD sensor with sophisticated imaging engine, the Pentax X90 delivers brilliant, high-quality images with well-defined details and allows for large prints and cropping flexibility.
26X Wide-angle Optical Zoom plus Super Macro ModeThe 26X optical zoom is equivalent to 26–676mm, making it ideal for close-up as well as distant shots to get all your needs covered. The X90 also features a Super Macro mode that brings out the details in even the smallest subjects as close as 1 cm from the lens.
2.7 inch LCD Screen and Electronic ViewfinderThe Pentax X90 features a large, bright 2.7 inch LCD screen so you can easily compose, capture, and review your images and video with great clarity. You can also use the built-in electronic viewfinder to frame and shoot, getting great shots in any lighting situation.
Triple Shake Reduction TechnologyThe Pentax X90 boasts three Shake Reduction technologies to reduce camera shake and blurring of the subject: Mechanical Shake Reduction via a CCD shift mechanism, Digital Shake Reduction via high ISO, and Movie Shake Reduction for blur-free video capture.
Advanced Face Recognition TechnologyWith advanced Face Recognition technology, the Pentax X90 detects up to 32 faces in as little as 0.03 seconds. Smile Capture and Blink Detection automatically optimize camera settings for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures.
HD Movie CaptureThe Pentax X90 captures flawless movie clips at 16:9 HDTV proportions (720p) at 30 frames per second. The X90 also features an HDMI micro terminal for audio/video output to your HDTV.