Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax VS20

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax VS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was released 18 months earlier than the VS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FX700 matches up vs the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX700 offers external measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax VS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FX700 vs the VS20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and VS20 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and VS20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be behind in sensor tech.