Panasonic F5 vs Pentax W90

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic F5 and Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The F5 was released 2 years after the W90 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the F5 scores versus the W90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic F5 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic F5 and Pentax W90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the F5 versus the W90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and W90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and W90.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic F5 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent F5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.