Panasonic FZ2500 vs Pentax KP

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ2500 and Pentax KP, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ2500 (20MP) and the KP (24MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ2500 (1") and KP (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ2500 was launched 4 months earlier than the KP which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FZ2500 scores against the KP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ2500 enjoys outer measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ2500 and Pentax KP in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ2500 versus the KP.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ2500 and KP is 53 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ2500 and KP.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax KP will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.