Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax E90

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax E90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was manufactured 5 years after the E90 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SZ10 scores versus the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ10 vs the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and E90.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to resolve more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent SZ10 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.