Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax H90

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP2 versus Pentax H90, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was unveiled within a month of the H90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP2 grades against the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 versus Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FP2 vs the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and H90.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.