Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched November 2011
- Replacement is Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax H90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PM1 was unveiled 23 months later than the H90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-PM1 grades against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Pentax H90
E-PM1 | H90 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 23 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Olympus E-PM1
H90 | E-PM1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Pentax H90
E-PM1 | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM1 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PM1 compared to the H90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and H90 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and H90.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The E-PM1 includes the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more recent E-PM1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-11-23 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 265 gr (0.58 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 499 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $499 | $150 |