Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2/Panasonic-FP2-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Launched June 2016
- Successor is Pentax KF
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Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FP2 and Pentax K-70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and K-70 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.
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The FP2 was launched 7 years before the K-70 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FP2 grades vs the K-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Pentax K-70
FP2 | K-70 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Panasonic FP2
K-70 | FP2 | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 78 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Pentax K-70
FP2 | K-70 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 has exterior 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) and the Pentax K-70 has sizing of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
See the Panasonic FP2 and Pentax K-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP2 versus the K-70.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 size comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Pentax-K-70-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and K-70 is 95 and 62 respectively.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Pentax-K-70-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and K-70.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FP2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax K-70 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 sensor size comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Pentax-K-70-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Pentax-K-70-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Pentax K-70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) | 688 gr (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $80 | $649 |