Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
(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
- Revealed January 2010
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FX78 was launched 13 months after the E90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FX78 scores vs the E90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Pentax E90
FX78 | E90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic FX78
E90 | FX78 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax E90
FX78 | E90 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 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).
Analyze the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FX78 versus the E90.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and E90 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and E90.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FX78 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer FX78 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-25 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 life | 200 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $210 | $100 |