Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax Q7

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FP2 and Pentax Q7, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is very similar but the FP2 (1/2.3") and Q7 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The FP2 was released 4 years earlier than the Q7 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FP2 matches up versus the Q7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 and Pentax Q7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FP2 and the Q7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and Q7 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and Q7.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP2 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FP2 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.