Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax W90, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS2 was manufactured around the same time to the W90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TS2 matches up vs the W90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax W90
TS2 | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Panasonic TS2
W90 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax W90
TS2 | W90 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | February 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 offers 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 W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS2 versus Pentax W90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS2 against the W90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS2 and W90 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and W90.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-26 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $350 | $120 |