Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Replaced the Pentax K-5
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax K-5 II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is very well matched but the FH2 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH2 was brought out 3 years before the K-5 II which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH2 matches up vs the K-5 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Pentax K-5 II
FH2 | K-5 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Panasonic FH2
K-5 II | FH2 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax K-5 II
FH2 | K-5 II | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH2 has exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 II has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax K-5 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH2 against the K-5 II.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and K-5 II is 96 and 60 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and K-5 II.
Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-5 II will give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax K-5 II |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 760 gr (1.68 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 980 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $149 | $830 |