Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax H90

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus VH-410 and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was revealed 2 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the VH-410 grades against the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-410 and Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus VH-410 and Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the VH-410 vs the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VH-410 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and H90.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus VH-410 to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer VH-410 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.