Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90
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Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S2 was introduced 23 months later than the W90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S2 grades vs the W90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Pentax W90
S2 | W90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic S2
W90 | S2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic S2 and Pentax W90
S2 | W90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S2 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S2 vs the W90.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S2 and W90 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and W90.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic S2 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S2 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2010-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 112g (0.25 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $109 | $120 |