Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax E90

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was manufactured 12 months after the E90 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FH5 scores versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 provides 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) and the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax E90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FH5 versus the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and E90.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH5 to give greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger FH5 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.