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Comparison of Nikon Coolpix L26 and Pentax Optio W90 [S]ave

Attribute
Nikon Coolpix L26 ×
Pentax Optio W90 ×
General
ModelNikon Coolpix L26Pentax Optio W90
BrandNikonPentax
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.nikonusa.com/https://us.ricoh-imaging.com/
Model numberL26W90
Camera formatCompactCompact
Release year (year)20122010
Tripod mount++
Length (mm)96107
Width (mm)2925
Height (mm)6059
Weight (g)164161
Waterproof--
Predecessor-Pentax W80
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCCDCCD
Effective megapixels (MP)16.112.1
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.3 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0728.07
Sensor width (mm)6.176.17
Sensor height (mm)4.554.55
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.341.54
Aspect ratio4:34:3, 16:9
Color filter type-RGBG
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 1600 x 1200(1.9 mp 4:3)
  • 2272 x 1704(3.9 mp 4:3)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 1024 x 768(0.8 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 2048 x 1536(3.1 mp 4:3)
  • 2592 x 1464(3.8 mp other)
  • 2592 x 1944(5.0 mp 4:3)
  • 3072 x 1728(5.3 mp 16:9)
  • 3072 x 2304(7.1 mp 4:3)
  • 4000 x 2256(9.0 mp other)
  • 4000 x 3000(12.0 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg
  • jpeg (exif 2.2)
Continuous-mode (fps)-1
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1280x720
  • 1280x720
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
Image Storage
Movie file format-AVI (Motion JPEG)
Composite video out-+
Ntsc/pal switchable video-+
Hd video out-+
Lens and Optics
LensNIKKORPentax zoom lens, 11 elements in 9 groups, 5 aspherical elements
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)26.00 - 130.0028.00 - 140.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)6.00 - 23.005.00 - 25.00
Zoom ratio (x)55
Aperture range (f)0.15 - 0.310.18 - 0.29
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)5050
Macro focus range (cm)-1 - 30
Optical image stabilization--
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 4
  • 6.25
  • 31.3
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detection9-point Contrast Detection with face recognition, spot, pan, and auto tracking modes
Auto focus assist light++
Manual focus-+
Viewfinder
ViewfinderLCDLCD
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)32.7
Rear display resolution (dots)230,000230,000
Touchscreen--
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Max playback zoom (x)-10
Exposure
Iso settingsAuto (80 to 1600)Auto (80-1600), Digital SR (80-6400), Manual (80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400), ISO 3200-6400 5MP or 3.8MP
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings-
  • auto
  • daylight
  • fluorescent
  • manual
  • shade
  • tungsten
Shutter speed range (s)-1/1500 - 4
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation-+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modes-Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority--
Shutter priority--
Full manual exposure--
Creative exposure modes18 scene modesNight Scene, Underwater, Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Digital Microscope (2.1M), Digital Wide (5M), Surf & Snow
Self timer (s)
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 10
Time lapse (intervalometer)-+
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • auto
  • auto w/ red-eye reduction
  • flash off
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • slow syncro
  • w/ red-eye reduction
  • auto
  • auto + redeye
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • on + redeye
  • soft
Flash range description-13 ft (wide, auto ISO), 8.2 ft (tele, auto ISO)
Usable memory types
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
  • sd
  • sdh
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Included memory (MB)1926
Included memory typeInternalInternal
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi--
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps--
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack--
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • usb 2.0 high speed
Pictbridge compliant--
Dpof compliant++
Remote control-+
Remote control type-
  • optional ir
Connections (extended)-
  • hdmi out (type d)
Performance Timing
Max cycle time for jpeg shooting (s/frame)-1.85
Camera penalizes early shutter press--
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)-1
Shutter lag (full af, wide/mid) (s)-0.26
Shutter lag (full af, tele) (s)-0.27
Shutter lag (prefocused) (s)-0
Startup time (s)-2.1
1↑Flash cycle time, full power (s)-5.8
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)350205
Battery form factor2 x AAProprietary D-LI88
Usable battery types
  • alkaline
  • lithium disposables; nimh rechargeables
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries included2 x Alkaline AAs1 x Proprietary D-LI88 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)-+
Software
Included software
  • nikon viewnx 2 cd-rom
  • software s-sw102 (cd rom)
Os compatibility
  • mac os
  • windows
  • mac os x 10.3.9+
  • windows xp/vista/7
Miscellaneous
Notes and features720p HD Movies, 18 Scene Modes, Best Shot Selector, Smart Portrait System. Available in black, red or silver.Waterproof to 20 feet, Shockproof to 4 feet, Coldproof to sub-freezing temperatures, Dustproof. 720p HD Movies, HDMI Output



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