Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90
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Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Kodak Z915 versus Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Z915 was manufactured 13 months before the W90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z915 matches up versus the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Pentax W90
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Kodak Z915
W90 | Z915 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Pentax W90
Z915 | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 offers outside dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Z915 versus Pentax W90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Z915 and the W90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and W90.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax W90 to show more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z915 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 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 model | 2 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $120 |