Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax H90

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax H90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and H90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was announced 4 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ8 scores vs the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Pentax Optio H90. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ8 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ8 against the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and H90.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ8 to render greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SZ8 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.