Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2010
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax E90, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the TS10 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS10 was announced around the same time to the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TS10 matches up against the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic TS10
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Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax E90
TS10 | E90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax E90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TS10 compared to the E90.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TS10 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS10 and E90.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic TS10 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.
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Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT10 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-21 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" 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 model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $249 | $100 |