Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax X90

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax X90, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was unveiled 14 months later than the X90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-810 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-810 grades vs the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-810 & Pentax X90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-810 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TG-810 against the X90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-810 and X90.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-810 to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer TG-810 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.