Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Launched February 2010

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-630 iHS was unveiled 2 years later than the W90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the W90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Pentax W90
TG-630 iHS | W90 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 35 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
W90 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax W90
TG-630 iHS | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers external dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the W90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and W90.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-630 iHS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-08 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $120 |