Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax H90

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax H90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-P1 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very well matched but the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P1 was revealed 6 months prior to the H90 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-P1 scores vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P1 & Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P1 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P1 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-P1 vs Pentax H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E-P1 against the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P1 and H90 is 86 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P1 and H90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-P1 has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult.