Pentax H90 vs Samsung WB750

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Pentax H90 versus Samsung WB750, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H90 was released 19 months prior to the WB750 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the H90 matches up versus the WB750 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 and Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax H90 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax H90 enjoys external 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 WB750 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax H90 versus Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the H90 and the WB750.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the H90 and WB750 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and WB750.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB750 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older H90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.