Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90
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Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced February 2013
(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

Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S800c was manufactured 3 years after the H90 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S800c matches up against the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Pentax H90
S800c | H90 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+589k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Nikon S800c
H90 | S800c | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Pentax H90
S800c | H90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c provides outer measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S800c vs the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and H90 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and H90.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S800c to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer S800c provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S800c vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-02-04 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 gr (0.41 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 140 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $290 | $150 |