Olympus 7000 vs Pentax E90

Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus 7000 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was revealed 12 months prior to the E90 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the 7000 scores against the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 7000 vs Pentax E90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 7000 compared to the E90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7000 and E90.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus 7000 to give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 7000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.