Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax X90

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The ZS7 was announced 13 months later than the X90 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS7 grades versus the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS7 enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax X90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS7 versus the X90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and X90 is 91 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and X90.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern ZS7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.