Canon S110 vs Pentax E90
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Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Released September 2012
- Succeeded the Canon S100
- Renewed by Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon S110 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and E90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The S110 was announced 2 years later than the E90 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S110 matches up vs the E90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S110 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S110 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Pentax E90
S110 | E90 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 33 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Canon S110
E90 | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Pentax E90
S110 | E90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S110 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Canon S110 and Pentax E90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S110 against the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and E90.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S110 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon S110 will give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S110 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 6cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $100 |