Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax Q
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Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Released June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10
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In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FX90 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FX90 was brought out 3 months later than the Q so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FX90 matches up vs the Q when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Pentax Q
| FX90 | Q | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic FX90
| Q | FX90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FX90 and Pentax Q
| FX90 | Q | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2011 |  | June 2011 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 has outer measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FX90 and the Q.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and Q.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of images however you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax Q Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Pentax Q | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Pentax Q |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2011-08-26 | 2011-06-23 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 8 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.90 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 200 photographs | 230 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $227 | $695 |
