Pentax K-5 vs Pentax W90

Here is a thorough analysis of the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax W90, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) and the K-5 (APS-C) and W90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-5 was revealed 10 months later than the W90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the K-5 scores against the W90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-5 provides exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax W90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the K-5 vs the W90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and W90 is 60 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 and W90.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-5 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-5 will show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger K-5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.