Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS15
- New Model is Panasonic ZS25
(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
- Launched January 2010
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ZS20 (14MP) and E90 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ZS20 was released 2 years later than the E90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS20 matches up against the E90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Pentax E90
ZS20 | E90 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic ZS20
E90 | ZS20 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Pentax E90
ZS20 | E90 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS20 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS20 versus the E90.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and E90 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and E90.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS20 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher ZS20 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ30 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-04-26 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 6cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 260 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $349 | $100 |