Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax K100D

The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax K100D, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and K100D (6MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and K100D (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FS25 was introduced 2 years after the K100D which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FS25 grades against the K100D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Pentax K100D. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Pentax K100D Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax K100D has proportions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax K100D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FS25 against the K100D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and K100D is 95 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and K100D.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FS25 will render more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent FS25 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.