Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched August 2010
- Updated by Canon SX150 IS
(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
- Launched January 2010
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX130 IS was announced 7 months after the H90 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX130 IS grades versus the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Pentax H90
SX130 IS | H90 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | January 2010 | More modern by 7 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Canon SX130 IS
H90 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Pentax H90
SX130 IS | H90 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the H90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and H90 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and H90.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX130 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | 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/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $250 | $150 |