Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90
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Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Launched August 2020
- Refreshed by Panasonic S5 II
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced February 2010
Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and W90 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and W90 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S5 was unveiled 10 years after the W90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S5 grades versus the W90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Pentax W90
S5 | W90 | |||
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Announced | August 2020 | February 2010 | Newer by 128 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3.0" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 230k | Sharper display (+1610k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic S5
W90 | S5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 and Pentax W90
S5 | W90 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 has got exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S5 compared to the W90.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and W90 is 60 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and W90.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S5 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will provide extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher S5 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S5 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2020-08-14 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 31 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.0" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,840 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 714 grams (1.57 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 life | 440 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at launch | $1,999 | $120 |