Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax E90

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax E90, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was announced around the same time to the E90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP1 scores versus the E90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax E90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 versus the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and E90.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP1 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.