Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Newer Model is Panasonic LZ40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced February 2010
Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic LZ30 versus Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the LZ30 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe LZ30 was brought out 2 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the LZ30 grades versus the W90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Pentax W90
LZ30 | W90 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2010 | Fresher by 35 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic LZ30
W90 | LZ30 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ30 and Pentax W90
LZ30 | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ30 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LZ30 versus Pentax W90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LZ30 vs the W90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LZ30 and W90 is 66 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ30 and W90.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic LZ30 to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern LZ30 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-875mm (35.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552 grams (1.22 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $230 | $120 |