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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
 
Pentax K-1 Mark II front
Portability
55
Imaging
78
Features
82
Overall
79

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Key Specs

Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Introduced April 2009
Pentax K-1 II
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 819200
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF4 Mount
  • 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
  • Introduced February 2018
  • Previous Model is Pentax K-1
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Overview

The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and K-1 II (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The FS12 was launched 9 years prior to the K-1 II which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS12 matches up against the K-1 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Pentax K-1 II

 FS12 K-1 II 

Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Panasonic FS12

 K-1 II FS12 
IntroducedFebruary 2018April 2009Newer by 107 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3.2"2.7"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1037k230kSharper display (+807k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Pentax K-1 II

 FS12 K-1 II 
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has specifications of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FS12 versus the K-1 II.

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and K-1 II is 95 and 55 respectively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and K-1 II.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax K-1 II will offer more detail utilizing its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography features
Pentax K-1 II Portrait photography features
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
86
focusing manually
sensor resolution is amazing (36 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect focus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Street photography features
Pentax K-1 II Street photography features
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
70
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
great ISO range (819,200)
heavier than competitors in class (1,010g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Sports photography features
Pentax K-1 II Sports photography features
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
77
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is amazing (36MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
weather proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (4.4 fps)
low battery life (670 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FS12 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax K-1 II as a Travel photography camera
51
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
53
weather proof
sensor resolution is amazing (36 megapixels)
low battery life (670 CIPA)
heavier than competitors in class (1,010g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS12 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K-1 II as a Landscape photography camera
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
82
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF4 mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is amazing (36MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
great ISO range (819,200)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
2 card slots
low battery life (670 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS12 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax K-1 II as a Vlogging camera
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
32
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competitors in class (1,010 grams)
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS12 and Pentax K-1 II
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12Pentax K-1 Mark II
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 Pentax K-1 Mark II
Class Ultracompact Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2009-04-17 2018-02-22
Physical type Ultracompact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - PRIME IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 36MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 7360 x 4912
Max native ISO 1600 819200
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 33
Cross focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Pentax KAF4
Lens focal range 31-124mm (4.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.9 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 2.7 inch 3.2 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s 4.4 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.30 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 129g (0.28 lb) 1010g (2.23 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 670 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Card slots 1 2
Price at release $228 $1,737