Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was manufactured 5 years after the E90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS50 scores versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS50 comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has sizing 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS50 versus the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS50 and E90 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS50 and E90.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS50 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger ZS50 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.