Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax H90
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Expand to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
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On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax H90, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly close but the FS42 (1/2.5") and H90 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe FS42 was brought out 9 months before the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FS42 matches up against the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Pentax H90
| FS42 | H90 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Panasonic FS42
| H90 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | April 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax H90
| FS42 | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FS42 versus the H90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and H90.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS42 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Pentax H90 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax H90 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio H90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio H90 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-04-17 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $580 | $150 |