Pentax H90 vs Pentax W90

Below is a detailed analysis of the Pentax H90 versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H90 was introduced very close to the W90 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the H90 scores against the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax H90 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax H90 versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the H90 and the W90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and W90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the H90 and W90.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.