Panasonic FZ2500 vs Pentax K-S2

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ2500 and Pentax K-S2, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ2500 (20MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the FZ2500 (1") and K-S2 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ2500 was launched 20 months later than the K-S2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FZ2500 grades versus the K-S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 & Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ2500 features outside measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ2500 and Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ2500 and the K-S2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ2500 and K-S2 is 53 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ2500 and K-S2.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more recent FZ2500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.