Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
Photography Glossary Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L24 was unveiled 13 months after the H90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the L24 matches up vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Pentax H90
| L24 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Nikon L24
| H90 | L24 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Pentax H90
| L24 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L24 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the L24 versus the H90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and H90 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and H90.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L24 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent L24 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio H90 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" 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 life | 220 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $119 | $150 |