Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax W90

Below is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZS7 and Pentax W90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was manufactured 17 months later than the W90 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS7 scores against the W90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 comes with 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) and the Pentax W90 has measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS7 versus the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and W90 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and W90.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger ZS7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.