Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax X90

The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was announced 4 years after the X90 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS50 scores vs the X90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS50 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS50 compared to the X90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS50 and X90 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and X90.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS50 should have an edge in sensor tech.