Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90
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Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010
(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
- Revealed February 2010
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FX700 was revealed 5 months after the W90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FX700 grades vs the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Pentax W90
FX700 | W90 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic FX700
W90 | FX700 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Pentax W90
FX700 | W90 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | February 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX700 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax W90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FX700 against the W90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and W90.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FX700 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD | 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $399 | $120 |