Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax X90

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax X90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was introduced 7 months later than the X90 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 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 short highlight of how the FH25 matches up against the X90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 has external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FH25 vs the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and X90 is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and X90.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH25 to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger FH25 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.