Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax X-5

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax X-5, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was manufactured 19 months earlier than the X-5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP7 matches up vs the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP7 has got outer 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) whilst the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FP7 compared to the X-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and X-5 is 95 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and X-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.