Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax W90

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the LX5 (1/1.63") and W90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The LX5 was announced 22 months after the W90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the LX5 grades against the W90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX5 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the LX5 compared to the W90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX5 and W90 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and W90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX5 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax W90 will show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent LX5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.