Pentax E90 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Pentax E90 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Pentax E90 versus Samsung HZ25W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E90 was launched 5 months before the HZ25W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the E90 grades vs the HZ25W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Samsung HZ25W
| E90 | HZ25W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Pentax E90
| HZ25W | E90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax E90 and Samsung HZ25W
| E90 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax E90 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E90 has outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the E90 versus the HZ25W.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E90 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.
Pentax E90 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E90 and HZ25W.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ25W to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.
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Pentax E90 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also called as | - | WB5000 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-01-25 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 3 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 32-95mm (3.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 6cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | 145g (0.32 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $100 | $350 |
