Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax ist DL2

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax ist DL2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS25 was brought out 3 years after the ist DL2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS25 matches up against the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax ist DL2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS25 against the ist DL2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and ist DL2 is 95 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and ist DL2.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FS25 will produce more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer FS25 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.