Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10
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Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax E90 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the E90 (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe E90 was introduced 18 months earlier than the RZ10 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the E90 scores versus the RZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E90 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax E90 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Pentax RZ10
E90 | RZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Pentax E90
RZ10 | E90 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Pentax E90 and Pentax RZ10
E90 | RZ10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E90 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax E90 versus Pentax RZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the E90 versus the RZ10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E90 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E90 and RZ10.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax RZ10 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged E90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Pentax E90 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
Pentax Optio E90 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax Optio E90 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-25 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-95mm (3.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 6cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) | 178 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 178 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $100 | $200 |