Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax E90

Below is a in depth review of the Panasonic TS6 versus Pentax E90, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the TS6 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was released 5 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TS6 matches up against the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TS6 and the E90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and E90 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and E90.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern TS6 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.