Pentax VS20 vs Sony H90

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax VS20 and Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was brought out very close to the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VS20 matches up versus the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio VS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 provides physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Pentax VS20 and Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the VS20 versus the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VS20 and H90 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and H90.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.