Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S3/Panasonic-S3-front.jpg)
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S3 was brought out 12 months after the H90 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3 matches up against the H90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 & Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Pentax H90
S3 | H90 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Panasonic S3
H90 | S3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic S3 and Pentax H90
S3 | H90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S3 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S3 vs the H90.
![Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 size comparison Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S3-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and H90 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S3-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3 and H90.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic S3 to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S3 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
![Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S3-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S3-vs-Pentax-Optio-H90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 117 grams (0.26 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $150 |