Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FX580 was unveiled 12 months prior to the E90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FX580 matches up vs the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Pentax E90
FX580 | E90 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic FX580
E90 | FX580 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax E90
FX580 | E90 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax E90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FX580 vs the E90.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and E90.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FX580 to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FX580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 145g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $499 | $100 |