Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax X90

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax X90, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was brought out 6 months earlier than the X90 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FP1 scores versus the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Pentax X90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax X90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP1 versus the X90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and X90 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and X90.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.