Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax H90

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS7 versus Pentax H90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was released 18 months after the H90 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS7 grades vs the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Pentax Optio H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Pentax H90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 features physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS7 versus Pentax H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS7 compared to the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS7 and H90 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and H90.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.