Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F
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Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2013

Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Pentax H90 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the H90 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The H90 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the H90 scores vs the WB30F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 & Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are available at Pentax H90 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Samsung WB30F
H90 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Pentax H90
WB30F | H90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 35 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax H90 and Samsung WB30F
H90 | WB30F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax H90 has physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Pentax H90 versus Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the H90 versus the WB30F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and WB30F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the H90 and WB30F.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB30F to give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio H90 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-25 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153g (0.34 pounds) | 128g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $150 | $180 |