Pentax H90 vs Pentax P80

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax H90 versus Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H90 was launched 6 months later than the P80 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the H90 scores vs the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio H90 & Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax H90 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the H90 vs the P80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and P80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and P80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the age of the cameras into account.