Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-7

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-7, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FS12 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS12 was introduced 5 months prior to the K-7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FS12 matches up versus the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FS12 versus the K-7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and K-7 is 95 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and K-7.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS12 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Pentax K-7 will show more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively.