Pentax W90 vs Sony H55

Here is a comprehensive review of the Pentax W90 versus Sony H55, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W90 was unveiled 3 months earlier than the H55 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the W90 scores versus the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are provided at Pentax W90 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax W90 provides outside measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the W90 against the H55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W90 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W90 and H55.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H55 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively.