Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax W90

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax W90, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was brought out 13 months before the W90 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FS15 scores against the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax W90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FS15 against the W90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and W90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and W90.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older FS15 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.