Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax K-01

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax K-01, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and K-01 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The FS42 was released 4 years before the K-01 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the FS42 matches up vs the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 & Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FS42 vs the K-01.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and K-01 is 95 and 76 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and K-01.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS42 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-01 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.