Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Revealed April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced March 2009
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Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS12 was brought out 2 months after the P70 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FS12 matches up vs the P70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Pentax P70
| FS12 | P70 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Panasonic FS12
| P70 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Pentax P70
| FS12 | P70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2009 |  | March 2009 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax P70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FS12 compared to the P70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and P70.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax P70 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Optio P70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Optio P70 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2009-04-17 | 2009-03-02 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 129 grams (0.28 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $228 | $200 |