Canon S120 vs Pentax H90
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Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Superseded the Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 S120 vs Pentax H90 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon S120 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and H90 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S120 was manufactured 3 years after the H90 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S120 scores vs the H90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Pentax H90
S120 | H90 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 47 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Canon S120
H90 | S120 |
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Common features in the Canon S120 and Pentax H90
S120 | H90 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S120 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S120 and the H90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The picture below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and H90.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S120 features the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh simpler. The younger S120 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon S120 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S120 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-11-26 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (60 or 30 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 217 grams (0.48 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $449 | $150 |