Panasonic FP5 vs Pentax K-1 II

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP5 vs Pentax K-1 II, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and K-1 II (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP5 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the K-1 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FP5 scores vs the K-1 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has specifications of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP5 and the K-1 II.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and K-1 II is 95 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and K-1 II.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP5 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-1 II will render greater detail having an extra 22MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FP5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.