Pentax H90 vs Samsung EX2F

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax H90 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty similar but the H90 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with different sensor measurements.

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The H90 was revealed 3 years before the EX2F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the H90 scores versus the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio H90 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax H90 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax H90 has outer measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax H90 vs Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the H90 compared to the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and EX2F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The H90 provides the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged H90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.