Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched November 2010
- Previous Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Olympus E-PL1s versus Pentax W90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and W90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe E-PL1s was brought out 9 months later than the W90 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-PL1s scores vs the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL1s and Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Pentax W90
E-PL1s | W90 | |||
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Launched | November 2010 | February 2010 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Olympus E-PL1s
W90 | E-PL1s |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Pentax W90
E-PL1s | W90 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1s has got exterior dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-PL1s versus Pentax W90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-PL1s versus the W90.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1s and W90 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL1s and W90.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The E-PL1s has the larger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer E-PL1s is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-11-16 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Truepic V | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334g (0.74 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 290 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $120 |