Panasonic LX100 vs Pentax W90

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic LX100 versus Pentax W90, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX100 (13MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty close but the LX100 (Four Thirds) and W90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 was announced 4 years after the W90 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the LX100 grades against the W90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 comes with outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX100 versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the LX100 vs the W90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 and W90 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 and W90.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The LX100 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic LX100 will result in more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent LX100 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.