Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax K-7

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax K-7, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the FP8 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP8 was brought out 2 months before the K-7 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP8 scores versus the K-7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 has outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP8 compared to the K-7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and K-7 is 95 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and K-7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP8 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-7 will resolve greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively.