Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90
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35 Features
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2010
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FS25 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the W90 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FS25 grades vs the W90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Pentax W90
FS25 | W90 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic FS25
W90 | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 13 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax W90
FS25 | W90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FS25 compared to the W90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and W90 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and W90.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FS25 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" 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 model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $120 |