Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax K100D S

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax K100D S, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and K100D S (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The FS42 was revealed 22 months later than the K100D S which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FS42 scores versus the K100D S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS42 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS42 vs the K100D S.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and K100D S is 95 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS42 and K100D S.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS42 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FS42 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer FS42 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.