Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax W90

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax W90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was brought out 18 months after the W90 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the LS5 grades against the W90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LS5 has got 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 W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the LS5 and the W90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and W90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and W90.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LS5 to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer LS5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.