Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH2/Panasonic-FH2-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio W90 front Pentax Optio W90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-W90/Pentax-W90-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The FH2 was launched 11 months after the W90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FH2 scores versus the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Pentax W90
FH2 | W90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic FH2
W90 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax W90
FH2 | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 comes with external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the FH2 vs the W90.
![Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 size comparison Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH2-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and W90 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH2-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and W90.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH2 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern FH2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH2-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH2-vs-Pentax-Optio-W90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 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 | 270 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $120 |