Olympus 7030 vs Pentax H90

The following is a extended comparison of the Olympus 7030 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was launched at a similar time to the H90 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 7030 scores against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7030 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Olympus 7030 vs Pentax H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 7030 versus the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 7030 and H90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus 7030 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively.