Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax K-70

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and K-70 is 95 and 62 respectively.

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.