Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax E90

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was manufactured 19 months after the E90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the LS5 scores against the E90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the LS5 versus the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and E90.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic LS5 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer LS5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.