Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax H90

The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax H90, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was released at a similar time to the H90 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the TS2 grades versus the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS2 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TS2 and the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and H90 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and H90.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS2 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively.