Pentax E90 vs Samsung SL102

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax E90 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The E90 was introduced 13 months after the SL102 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E90 matches up against the SL102 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E90 and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax E90 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax E90 offers external 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) whilst the Samsung SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Pentax E90 and Samsung SL102 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E90 against the SL102.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E90 and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E90 and SL102.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher E90 provides an advantage in sensor technology.