Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax H90

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").

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The 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.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

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.

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.