Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax E90

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ300 and Pentax E90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was released 5 years after the E90 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ300 matches up against the E90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ300 offers external dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ300 and Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ300 compared to the E90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and E90 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and E90.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ300 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger FZ300 will have an advantage in sensor technology.