Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90
96 Imaging
39 Features
36 Overall
37
94 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
29
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched September 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
(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
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH7 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH7 was unveiled 19 months after the W90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH7 scores against the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Pentax W90
| FH7 | W90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2011 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic FH7
| W90 | FH7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax W90
| FH7 | W90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax W90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FH7 against the W90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and W90 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and W90.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH7 to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer FH7 provides an edge in sensor technology.
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoStreet Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneSports Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsTravel Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthLandscape Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banVlogging Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Pentax Optio W90 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2011-09-07 | 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 dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | 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 |