Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax ist DL2

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The FP8 was announced 3 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP8 matches up versus the ist DL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Pentax ist DL2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the new 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 during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP8 vs the ist DL2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and ist DL2 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and ist DL2.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP8 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic FP8 will offer you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer FP8 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.