Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very well matched but the FH6 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) provide different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FH6 was released 2 years later than the K-x and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH6 matches up versus the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Pentax K-x
FH6 | K-x | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | December 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic FH6
K-x | FH6 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH6 and Pentax K-x
FH6 | K-x | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features outside measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH6 vs the K-x.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and K-x.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH6 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FH6 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern FH6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | Pentax K-x |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 16.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) | 580 gr (1.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 | 280 photos | 1900 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $129 | $600 |