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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90

Portability
61
Imaging
69
Features
85
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-H1 front
 
Pentax Optio W90 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
  • Released February 2018
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-H2
Pentax W90
(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
  • Launched February 2010
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax W90, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and W90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and W90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was manufactured 8 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-H1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 matches up versus the W90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Pentax W90

 Fujifilm X-H1 W90 
LaunchedFebruary 2018February 2010Fresher by 98 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Fujifilm X-H1

 W90 Fujifilm X-H1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax W90

 Fujifilm X-H1 W90 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-H1 enjoys outside dimensions of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 against the W90.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and W90 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-H1 and W90.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-H1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-H1 will provide extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-H1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Portrait photography with Pentax W90
81
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Street photography with Pentax W90
77
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
environment proof
54
environment proof
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax W90 as a Sports photography camera
78
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low battery pack (310 CIPA)
24
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Travel photography factors
Pentax W90 Travel photography factors
64
environment proof
supports bluetooth
boasts touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
low battery pack (310 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
64
environment proof
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax W90 Landscape photography highlights
79
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
supports RAW formats
environment proof
has double storage slots
low battery pack (310 CIPA)
37
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
environment proof
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-H1
Vlogging with Pentax W90
35
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect autofocus
high video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic port
does not have selfie friendly screen
25
fairly wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Pentax W90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H1 and Pentax W90
 Fujifilm X-H1Pentax Optio W90
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm X-H1 Pentax Optio W90
Class Pro Mirrorless Waterproof
Released 2018-02-14 2010-02-24
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro Prime
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 325 9
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Total lenses 54 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 673 gr (1.48 lb) 164 gr (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 310 photos -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Two 1
Price at release $1,300 $120