Pentax E70 vs Sony H90

Following is a extended review of the Pentax E70 vs Sony H90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The E70 was announced 4 years before the H90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the E70 grades versus the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio E70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax E70 vs Sony H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the E70 compared to the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E70 and H90 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and H90.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H90 to provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.