Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax X90

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS8 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was manufactured 13 months after the X90 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ZS8 grades against the X90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 & Pentax X90. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS8 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS8 and Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS8 compared to the X90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS8 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS8 and X90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS8 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer ZS8 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.