Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90
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![Canon PowerShot A3300 IS front Canon PowerShot A3300 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS/Canon-A3300-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
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Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon A3300 IS versus Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A3300 IS was launched 11 months later than the W90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the A3300 IS scores against the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Pentax W90
A3300 IS | W90 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Canon A3300 IS
W90 | A3300 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Pentax W90
A3300 IS | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3300 IS versus Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A3300 IS against the W90.
![Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 size comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and W90 is 95 and 94 respectively.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and W90.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon A3300 IS to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer A3300 IS provides a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $200 | $120 |