Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90
96 Imaging
39 Features
31 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Panasonic FH5 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
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
(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
- Revealed January 2010
Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH5 was launched 12 months later than the H90 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH5 grades versus the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Pentax H90
FH5 | H90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Panasonic FH5
H90 | FH5 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Pentax H90
FH5 | H90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 features outer 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) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH5 vs the H90.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and H90 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH5 and H90.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH5 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher FH5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Pentax Optio H90 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FS18 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 153 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 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 |
Price at release | $169 | $150 |