Olympus VG-110 vs Pentax W90

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus VG-110 and Pentax W90, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was manufactured 12 months after the W90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the VG-110 matches up vs the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-110 and Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-110 has got exterior dimensions of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Olympus VG-110 and Pentax W90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the VG-110 vs the W90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-110 and W90 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-110 and W90.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer VG-110 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.