Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(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
- Revealed January 2010
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZR3 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZR3 was revealed within a month of the E90 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZR3 matches up versus the E90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic ZR3
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Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax E90
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZR3 versus Pentax E90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZR3 compared to the E90.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR3 and E90.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $280 | $100 |