Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80
93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched June 2009
Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe H90 was revealed 8 months later than the W80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the H90 grades against the W80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax H90 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Pentax W80
H90 | W80 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | June 2009 | More recent by 8 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Pentax H90
W80 | H90 |
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Common features in the Pentax H90 and Pentax W80
H90 | W80 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax H90 offers outside measurements 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 W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the H90 and the W80.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H90 and W80 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and W80.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern H90 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax H90 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Pentax Optio H90 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio H90 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-25 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153g (0.34 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-LI68 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $250 |