Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax P70

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was announced 5 months later than the P70 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP8 matches up versus the P70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 features exterior 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 P70 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FP8 vs the P70.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and P70.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.