Olympus 9000 vs Pentax H90

Here, we are looking at the Olympus 9000 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced 8 months prior to the H90 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 9000 scores versus the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 9000 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 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).

Compare the Olympus 9000 vs Pentax H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 9000 vs the H90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 9000 and H90.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged 9000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.