Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009
(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
- Launched January 2010
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On this page, we are looking at the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax H90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SP-565UZ was introduced 12 months earlier than the H90 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Pentax H90
| SP-565UZ | H90 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| H90 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax H90
| SP-565UZ | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got exterior measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SP-565UZ against the H90.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and H90 is 72 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-565UZ and H90.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax H90 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90 Specifications
| Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax Optio H90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax Optio H90 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 143 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 30 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $400 | $150 |
