Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Announced February 2018
- Other Name is Lumix DC-TZ95
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Announced July 2010
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and X90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZS80 was launched 7 years after the X90 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS80 grades versus the X90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Pentax X90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Pentax X90
ZS80 | X90 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | July 2010 | Newer by 93 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Panasonic ZS80
X90 | ZS80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Pentax X90
ZS80 | X90 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS80 provides outer dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS80 against the X90.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and X90 is 86 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS80 and X90.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger ZS80 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax X90 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2018-02-18 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 327 gr (0.72 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $448 | $350 |