Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E85

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax E85, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and E85 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was revealed 16 months after the E85 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the FP7 scores against the E85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Pentax Optio E85. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FP7 compared to the E85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and E85 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and E85.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FP7 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger FP7 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.