Olympus VG-160 vs Pentax E90

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus VG-160 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was launched 24 months later than the E90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the VG-160 matches up versus the E90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-160 has external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-160 versus Pentax E90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the VG-160 compared to the E90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and E90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus VG-160 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer VG-160 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.