Nikon L20 vs Pentax H90
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Nikon L20 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Here, we are evaluating the Nikon L20 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L20 was introduced 11 months prior to the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L20 scores versus the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Pentax H90
| L20 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Nikon L20
| H90 | L20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Pentax H90
| L20 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L20 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L20 comes with physical 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) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the L20 and the H90.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L20 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L20 and H90.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax H90 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged L20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L20 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L20 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Pentax Optio H90 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $120 | $150 |