Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax X90

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was unveiled 2 years after the X90 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS15 scores against the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Pentax X90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax X90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS15 vs the X90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and X90.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent ZS15 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.