Pentax H90 vs Samsung SL820

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax H90 and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H90 was manufactured 12 months later than the SL820 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the H90 grades versus the SL820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 and Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are available at Pentax H90 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax H90 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax H90 and Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the H90 against the SL820.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H90 and SL820 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the H90 and SL820.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent H90 provides an edge in sensor innovation.