Pentax W90 vs Sony H20
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Pentax W90 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Introduced May 2009
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In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax W90 versus Sony H20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe W90 was unveiled 10 months later than the H20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the W90 matches up versus the H20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Sony H20
| W90 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2010 |  | May 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Pentax W90
| H20 | W90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax W90 and Sony H20
| W90 | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax W90 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax W90 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Pentax W90 versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the W90 and the H20.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the W90 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Pentax W90 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W90 and H20.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax W90 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger W90 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax W90 vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Pentax Optio W90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax Optio W90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-02-24 | 2009-05-14 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $120 | $249 |