Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax K100D S

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax K100D S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The FZ300 was unveiled 8 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ300 matches up vs the K100D S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 has got exterior dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax K100D S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the FZ300 against the K100D S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and K100D S is 59 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and K100D S.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ300 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FZ300 will produce extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FZ300 provides an edge in sensor innovation.