Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90
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Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched February 2012
(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
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S3300 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was released 2 years after the H90 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S3300 grades against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Pentax H90
S3300 | H90 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Nikon S3300
H90 | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Pentax H90
S3300 | H90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 features external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S3300 and Pentax H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S3300 compared to the H90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and H90 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and H90.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S3300 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern S3300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 153g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $99 | $150 |