Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS3
- Renewed by Panasonic TS5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS4 was introduced 2 years later than the E90 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TS4 matches up vs the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Pentax E90
TS4 | E90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic TS4
E90 | TS4 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax E90
TS4 | E90 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS4 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS4 against the E90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TS4 and E90 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and E90.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS4 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern TS4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 310 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $100 |