Canon M10 vs Pentax W90

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon M10 and Pentax W90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and W90 (12MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and W90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The M10 was unveiled 5 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the M10 grades vs the W90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M10 features outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the M10 and the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and W90 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and W90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M10 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M10 will provide greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent M10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.