Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax K100D S

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax K100D S, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and K100D S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was introduced 7 years later than the K100D S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FZ1000 scores versus the K100D S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 features exterior measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax K100D S in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ1000 vs the K100D S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and K100D S is 55 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 and K100D S.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FZ1000 will offer greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ1000 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.