Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax KP

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic SZ3 versus Pentax KP, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ3 (16MP) and KP (24MP) and the SZ3 (1/2.3") and KP (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The SZ3 was manufactured 5 years before the KP which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic SZ3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SZ3 scores versus the KP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Pentax KP. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ3 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Pentax KP in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ3 vs the KP.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and KP is 96 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and KP.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SZ3 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Pentax KP will offer greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SZ3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.