Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax H90

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax H90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled 12 months after the H90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SP-610UZ scores versus the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-610UZ offers external dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-610UZ and the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and H90 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and H90.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-610UZ to give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger SP-610UZ provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.