Pentax H90 vs Pentax P70

Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax H90 versus Pentax P70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H90 was revealed 11 months after the P70 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the H90 grades against the P70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio H90 & Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are available at Pentax H90 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax H90 has got exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the H90 vs the P70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and P70 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and P70.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher H90 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.