Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90
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![Canon PowerShot SX280 HS front Canon PowerShot SX280 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS/Canon-SX280-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced March 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX270 HS
(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
- Revealed January 2010
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Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Pentax H90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SX280 HS was brought out 3 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX280 HS grades versus the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Pentax H90
SX280 HS | H90 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 39 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Canon SX280 HS
H90 | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Pentax H90
SX280 HS | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX280 HS versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX280 HS vs the H90.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 size comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and H90 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and H90.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX280 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-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 SX280 HS vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 233g (0.51 lbs) | 153g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $325 | $150 |