Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax E85

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax E85, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was announced 24 months after the E85 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FX90 scores versus the E85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX90 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax E85 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax E85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FX90 against the E85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and E85.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer FX90 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.