Panasonic GF8 vs Pentax H90

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic GF8 vs Pentax H90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the GF8 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) and the GF8 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The GF8 was released 6 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GF8 grades against the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF8 comes with physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF8 vs Pentax H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GF8 vs the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and H90 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF8 and H90.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF8 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF8 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger GF8 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.