Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
(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
- Released January 2010

Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S570 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S570 was manufactured 5 months prior to the H90 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S570 matches up versus the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Pentax H90
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Nikon S570
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Pentax H90
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 has outside dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S570 versus Pentax H90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S570 compared to the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and H90.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | EN-EL10 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $180 | $150 |