Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax W90

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax W90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was released 12 months after the W90 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FX78 grades vs the W90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 has outside dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax W90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FX78 vs the W90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and W90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and W90.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files though you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent FX78 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.