Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax W80

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was manufactured 2 years later than the W80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FX90 scores against the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax W80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FX90 against the W80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX90 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and W80.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent FX90 should have an edge in sensor technology.