Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70
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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2009

Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and E70 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FP7 was unveiled 2 years after the E70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP7 grades against the E70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Pentax E70
FP7 | E70 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+1.1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Panasonic FP7
E70 | FP7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax E70
FP7 | E70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FP7 and the E70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and E70 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and E70.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to produce greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer FP7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio E70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.4" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $227 | $140 |