Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90

Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was unveiled 5 months later than the E90 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS5 grades against the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS5 versus the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS5 and E90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and E90.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS5 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.