Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90
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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Launched January 2017
- Superseded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Released January 2010

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon G9 X II and Pentax H90, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and H90 (12MP) and the G9 X II (1") and H90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

The G9 X II was manufactured 7 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X II matches up versus the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Pentax H90
G9 X II | H90 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 85 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Canon G9 X II
H90 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Pentax H90
G9 X II | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II provides outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Canon G9 X II and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II and the H90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and H90.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon G9 X II will show more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer G9 X II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Pentax Optio H90 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2017-01-04 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.2 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $530 | $150 |