Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax H90

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax H90, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was brought out 9 months prior to the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FS12 scores vs the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 has got external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS12 versus the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and H90.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images however you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.