Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP8 and Pentax K-x, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly well matched but the FP8 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The FP8 was announced 4 months earlier than the K-x so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP8 grades against the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FP8 and the K-x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and K-x.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The FP8 features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging.