Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax H90

Here is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-FH100 was announced 5 months later than the H90 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-FH100 matches up against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FH100 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FH100 and the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH100 and H90.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax H90 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively.