Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90
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Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus 8000 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 8000 was announced 6 months before the H90 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 8000 matches up against the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Pentax H90
8000 | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Olympus 8000
H90 | 8000 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Pentax H90
8000 | H90 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Olympus 8000 and Pentax H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 8000 compared to the H90.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8000 and H90.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Olympus 8000 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Also called as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-01 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $380 | $150 |