Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Announced June 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ8
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010
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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").
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax E90
| ZS5 | E90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | Pentax Optio E90 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ8 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 6cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 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 file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $300 | $100 |