Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax X90

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was manufactured about the same time to the X90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS5 matches up against the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Pentax X90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS5 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS5 versus the X90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS5 and X90.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account.