Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax E90, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FP7 was manufactured 12 months later than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FP7 grades versus the E90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Pentax E90
FP7 | E90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic FP7
E90 | FP7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax E90
FP7 | E90 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax E90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP7 compared to the E90.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and E90.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher FP7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Ultracompact | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 147 grams (0.32 lb) | 145 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" 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 | 240 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $227 | $100 |