Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90
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94 Imaging
33 Features
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Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L20 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L20 grades vs the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Pentax E90
L20 | E90 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Nikon L20
E90 | L20 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Pentax E90
L20 | E90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L20 features outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L20 vs the E90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L20 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and E90.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older L20 will be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L20 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 6cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" 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 model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $120 | $100 |