Panasonic FP5 vs Pentax S1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FP5 and Pentax S1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced around the same time to the S1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the FP5 matches up vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 has got outer 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 S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP5 and Pentax S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FP5 vs the S1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and S1.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account.