Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax X90

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was launched 4 years later than the X90 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ10 scores against the X90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 against the X90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and X90 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and X90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer SZ10 will have an advantage in sensor tech.