Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax K-5 II

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax K-5 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is fairly similar but the FZ60 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The FZ60 was revealed 10 months earlier than the K-5 II and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ60 scores versus the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Pentax K-5 II. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ60 comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 II has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax K-5 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ60 versus the K-5 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ60 and K-5 II is 68 and 60 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ60 and K-5 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The FZ60 has got the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The older FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.