Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and K-5 IIs (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The FP7 was introduced 3 years before the K-5 IIs and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FP7 scores vs the K-5 IIs for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 IIs has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax K-5 IIs in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP7 against the K-5 IIs.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and K-5 IIs is 95 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and K-5 IIs.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The FP7 contains the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.