Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL30
93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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95 Imaging
32 Features
14 Overall
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Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL30 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Other Name is ES15
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In this article, we will be looking at the Pentax H90 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe H90 was announced 12 months after the SL30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the H90 grades versus the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Samsung SL30
| H90 | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Pentax H90
| SL30 | H90 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Samsung SL30
| H90 | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax H90 has got external dimensions 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 Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax H90 versus Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the H90 against the SL30.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and SL30.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax H90 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger H90 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
| Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung SL30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung SL30 |
| Also Known as | - | ES15 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-01-25 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| 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 | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 ID | D-LI68 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $150 | $93 |