Panasonic G100 vs Pentax E90

Here is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic G100 versus Pentax E90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and E90 (10MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and E90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G100 was manufactured 10 years later than the E90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G100 grades versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 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).

Look at the Panasonic G100 versus Pentax E90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G100 and the E90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and E90 is 81 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and E90.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic G100 will give you extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger G100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.