Nikon Z5 vs Pentax E90

Its time to look closer at the Nikon Z5 versus Pentax E90, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and E90 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and E90 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was manufactured 10 years after the E90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Z5 matches up vs the E90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 features exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z5 versus Pentax E90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Z5 and the E90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and E90 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and E90.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give you extra detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent Z5 provides an edge in sensor tech.