Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax H90

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was launched 6 months earlier than the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZR1 grades vs the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while 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).

Check the Panasonic ZR1 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZR1 against the H90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and H90 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and H90.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.