Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax X70

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax X70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was launched at a similar time to the X70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the FS25 matches up vs the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax X70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FS25 compared to the X70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and X70 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and X70.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.