Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax K100D S

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax K100D S, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH25 was revealed 3 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FH25 grades against the K100D S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 provides external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FH25 versus the K100D S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and K100D S is 94 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and K100D S.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH25 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FH25 will produce more detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent FH25 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.