Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Announced July 2010
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Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ28 matches up versus the X90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Pentax X90
| FZ28 | X90 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Panasonic FZ28
| X90 | FZ28 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax X90
| FZ28 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ28 provides outer measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ28 and the X90.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and X90 is 72 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and X90.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax X90 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax X90 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2009-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 417g (0.92 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 27 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 17.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 79 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $599 | $350 |