Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax K110D

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax K110D, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and K110D (6MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and K110D (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The FP1 was introduced 3 years later than the K110D and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP1 grades against the K110D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Pentax K110D. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax K110D has dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax K110D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FP1 against the K110D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and K110D is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and K110D.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FP1 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent FP1 provides an edge in sensor tech.