Kodak C140 vs Pentax W90

Here is a in depth assessment of the Kodak C140 versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and W90 (12MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and W90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The C140 was announced 13 months earlier than the W90 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the C140 scores vs the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak C140 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak C140 provides external measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the C140 compared to the W90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C140 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C140 and W90.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C140 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax W90 will render extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older C140 will be behind in sensor tech.