Olympus E-PL8 vs Pentax H90

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PL8 and Pentax H90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the E-PL8 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) and the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The E-PL8 was manufactured 6 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the E-PL8 grades versus the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL8 enjoys exterior measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL8 and Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PL8 compared to the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL8 and H90 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL8 and H90.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PL8 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus E-PL8 will provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern E-PL8 provides an edge in sensor innovation.