Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax X70

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax X70, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was revealed 11 months later than the X70 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FP1 scores versus the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP1 compared to the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and X70 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and X70.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger FP1 will have an edge in sensor innovation.