Panasonic FP5 vs Pentax E90

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP5 and Pentax E90, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was revealed 12 months later than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP5 scores versus the E90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 and Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 and the E90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and E90.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FP5 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent FP5 will have an advantage in sensor technology.