Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E90

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and E90 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The XZ-2 iHS was launched 2 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the XZ-2 iHS scores versus the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the E90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-2 iHS and E90 is 85 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and E90.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XZ-2 iHS featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer XZ-2 iHS should have an advantage in sensor technology.