Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP1 versus Pentax K-7, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the FP1 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The FP1 was revealed 4 months later than the K-7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP1 grades vs the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax K-7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP1 versus Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP1 and the K-7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and K-7 is 95 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and K-7.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP1 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-7 will show extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.