Nikon AW120 vs Pentax H90

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon AW120 vs Pentax H90, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was announced 4 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the AW120 matches up vs the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the AW120 compared to the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and H90.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon AW120 to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent AW120 will have an edge in sensor tech.