Pentax E90 vs Pentax W90

Below is a extensive review of the Pentax E90 and Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The E90 was unveiled very close to the W90 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E90 matches up against the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E90 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax E90 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax E90 has got outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

See the Pentax E90 and Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E90 compared to the W90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E90 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E90 and W90.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax W90 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.