Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90
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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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-810 vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TG-810 was introduced 18 months later than the W90 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TG-810 grades against the W90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-810 and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Pentax W90
TG-810 | W90 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Olympus TG-810
W90 | TG-810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Pentax W90
TG-810 | W90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 provides external measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TG-810 vs the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and W90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-810 and W90.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-810 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer TG-810 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Olympus TG-810 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus TG-810 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 life | 220 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $428 | $120 |