Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax K-5 IIs, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is very well matched but the FH5 (1/2.3") and K-5 IIs (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH5 was announced 3 years before the K-5 IIs which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FH5 grades versus the K-5 IIs when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Pentax K-5 IIs. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 enjoys external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 IIs has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH5 vs the K-5 IIs.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and K-5 IIs is 96 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and K-5 IIs.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The FH5 features the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF trickier. The more aged FH5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.