Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90
90 Imaging
37 Features
57 Overall
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33 Features
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Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Released January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS45
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS60
(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
- Released January 2010
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Pentax E90
ZS50 | E90 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 61 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Panasonic ZS50
E90 | ZS50 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax E90
ZS50 | E90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ70 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 243 gr (0.54 lbs) | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 44 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 138 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $350 | $100 |