Panasonic G7 vs Pentax W90

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax W90, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and W90 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The G7 was manufactured 5 years later than the W90 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G7 grades versus the W90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G7 comes with physical measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G7 compared to the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 and W90 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 and W90.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G7 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G7 will give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher G7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.