Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90
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93 Imaging
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Launched June 2013
(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
Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Pentax Efina versus Pentax H90, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Pentax. The image resolution of the Efina (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Efina was introduced 3 years later than the H90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Efina scores versus the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Efina and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Efina Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Pentax H90
Efina | H90 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Pentax Efina
H90 | Efina | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Pentax Efina and Pentax H90
Efina | H90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax Efina offers exterior measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax Efina versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Efina compared to the H90.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Efina and H90 is 97 and 93 respectively.
Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Efina and H90.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax Efina to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Efina provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax Efina vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Pentax Efina | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Efina | Pentax Optio H90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-03 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 20cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | QVGA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 91 gr (0.20 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI109 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $10 | $150 |