Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax H90

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FX75 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was manufactured 5 months after the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX75 scores vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FX75 and the H90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX75 and H90.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FX75 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.