Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90
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![Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS/Canon-SX260-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced June 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX240 HS
- New Model is Canon SX270 HS
(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
- Introduced February 2010
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Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Canon SX260 HS versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX260 HS was revealed 2 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX260 HS grades vs the W90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Pentax W90
SX260 HS | W90 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 28 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Canon SX260 HS
W90 | SX260 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Pentax W90
SX260 HS | W90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS provides outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX260 HS versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the W90.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and W90.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX260 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-06-04 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | 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 | $349 | $120 |