Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax X90

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax X90, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was revealed 2 years later than the X90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax X90. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-630 iHS offers outer dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax X90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-630 iHS against the X90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and X90 is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and X90.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-630 iHS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.