Pentax H90 vs Pentax Q7
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92 Imaging
37 Features
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Pentax H90 vs Pentax Q7 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Launched August 2013
- Previous Model is Pentax Q10
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The following is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax H90 and Pentax Q7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the H90 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe H90 was introduced 4 years prior to the Q7 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the H90 matches up against the Q7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Pentax Q7
| H90 | Q7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Pentax H90
| Q7 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 43 months | |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Pentax Q7
| H90 | Q7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax H90 vs Pentax Q7 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax H90 provides exterior 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) whilst the Pentax Q7 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the H90 vs the Q7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the H90 and Q7 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Pentax H90 vs Pentax Q7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and Q7.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The H90 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh tougher. The more aged H90 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax H90 vs Pentax Q7 Specifications
| Pentax Optio H90 | Pentax Q7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
| Model type | Pentax Optio H90 | Pentax Q7 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2010-01-25 | 2013-08-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 8 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 153 gr (0.34 lb) | 200 gr (0.44 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| 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 life | - | 250 photos |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI68 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $150 | $480 |