Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB210
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Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB210 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011
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The following is a in-depth review of the Pentax H90 and Samsung WB210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe H90 was revealed 18 months earlier than the WB210 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the H90 grades against the WB210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Samsung WB210
| H90 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Pentax H90
| WB210 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
| Display size | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Samsung WB210
| H90 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax H90 features outside dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the H90 compared to the WB210.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and WB210 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and WB210.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB210 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
| Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung WB210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung WB210 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 1k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 153 gr (0.34 lb) | 174 gr (0.38 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | D-LI68 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $150 | $279 |