Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax K-7

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax K-7, 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-7 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP7 was introduced 16 months later than the K-7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP7 grades vs the K-7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FP7 against the K-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and K-7 is 95 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and K-7.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP7 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FP7 will show greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern FP7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.