Canon S110 vs Pentax W90
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Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced September 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon S100
- Replacement is Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon S110 vs Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and W90 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S110 was introduced 2 years later than the W90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S110 grades against the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S110 and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Pentax W90
S110 | W90 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Canon S110
W90 | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Pentax W90
S110 | W90 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon S110 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S110 versus the W90.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and W90 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S110 and W90.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The S110 provides the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh simpler. The newer S110 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon S110 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" 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 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $299 | $120 |