Pentax H90 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

The following is a in depth analysis of the Pentax H90 versus Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is pretty close but the H90 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The H90 was announced 7 months after the GR Digital III so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the H90 scores vs the GR Digital III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio H90 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax H90 features physical 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 Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax H90 versus Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the H90 vs the GR Digital III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and GR Digital III is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the H90 and GR Digital III.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The H90 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax H90 will result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger H90 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.