Nikon S630 vs Pentax H90

Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S630 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S630 was launched 11 months prior to the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S630 grades against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S630 and Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S630 against the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and H90.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S630 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.