Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 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
- Replacement is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX130 IS and Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SX130 IS was unveiled 6 months later than the W90 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX130 IS grades vs the W90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Pentax W90
SX130 IS | W90 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Canon SX130 IS
W90 | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Pentax W90
SX130 IS | W90 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | February 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Canon SX130 IS and Pentax W90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX130 IS versus the W90.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and W90 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and W90.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2010-02-24 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 grams (0.68 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $250 | $120 |