Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90
94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
33


93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
30
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH25 was brought out 12 months later than the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the FH25 matches up versus the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Pentax H90
FH25 | H90 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Panasonic FH25
H90 | FH25 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax H90
FH25 | H90 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FH25 vs the H90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and H90.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger FH25 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 153g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 250 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $180 | $150 |