Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the H90 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The H90 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the WG-30W which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the H90 scores versus the WG-30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Ricoh WG-30W
H90 | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Pentax H90
WG-30W | H90 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 57 months |
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Ricoh WG-30W
H90 | WG-30W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax H90 has outside 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 Ricoh WG-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the H90 against the WG-30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and WG-30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and WG-30W.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh WG-30W to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax H90 vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Pentax Optio H90 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio H90 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-25 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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) | 194g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $150 | $280 |