Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax P70

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was manufactured 11 months after the P70 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP3 matches up versus the P70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP3 versus the P70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and P70.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FP3 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern FP3 should have an advantage in sensor tech.