Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax E70

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax E70, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was released 13 months after the E70 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP1 matches up vs the E70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP1 and Pentax E70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FP1 versus the E70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and E70 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and E70.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FP1 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher FP1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.