Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90
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![Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 front Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8010/Olympus-8010-front.jpg)
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Released February 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 8010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced February 2010
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus 8010 versus Pentax W90, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The 8010 was launched within a month of the W90 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the 8010 matches up vs the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Pentax W90
8010 | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Olympus 8010
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Pentax W90
8010 | W90 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 features outer measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Olympus 8010 versus Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 8010 compared to the W90.
![Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 size comparison Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8010-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and W90 is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8010-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and W90.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus 8010 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.
![Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8010-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-8010-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Also called as | mju Tough 8010 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | Li-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $600 | $120 |