Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax H90

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and H90 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The LF1 was introduced 3 years after the H90 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the LF1 matches up versus the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 features external dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LF1 compared to the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and H90 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and H90.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor sizes. The LF1 uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more recent LF1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.