Panasonic ZS30 vs Pentax X90

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS30 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was released 2 years later than the X90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS30 scores versus the X90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS30 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS30 and Pentax X90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS30 compared to the X90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS30 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and X90.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.