Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax W90

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax W90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and W90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The GF1 was launched 4 months before the W90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GF1 grades vs the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF1 provides physical dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF1 compared to the W90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and W90 is 85 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF1 and W90.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The GF1 uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier.