Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DC-TZ95
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Released December 2009
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and K-x (12MP) and the ZS80 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) feature different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZS80 was manufactured 8 years after the K-x which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ZS80 scores vs the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Pentax K-x
ZS80 | K-x | |||
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Released | February 2018 | December 2009 | More modern by 100 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic ZS80
K-x | ZS80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Pentax K-x
ZS80 | K-x | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS80 has got external dimensions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS80 versus Pentax K-x in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS80 against the K-x.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and K-x is 86 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS80 and K-x.
All in all, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ZS80 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic ZS80 will provide more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer ZS80 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax K-x |
Also referred to as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2018-02-18 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 327 gr (0.72 lb) | 580 gr (1.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 1900 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $448 | $600 |