Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax X-5

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax X-5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the X-5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP3 grades vs the X-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has sizing of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FP3 compared to the X-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and X-5 is 95 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and X-5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be behind in sensor tech.