Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax K100D S

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax K100D S, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The FZ150 was introduced 4 years after the K100D S which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ150 grades versus the K100D S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ150 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ150 versus Pentax K100D S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ150 against the K100D S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and K100D S is 67 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and K100D S.

All in all, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ150 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ150 will provide greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer FZ150 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.