Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax X70

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was unveiled 3 years after the X70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FZ150 grades vs the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax X70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ150 against the X70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and X70 is 67 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and X70.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger FZ150 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.