Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II
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Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise 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
- Old Model is Pentax K-5
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and K-5 II (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FS7 was revealed 5 years earlier than the K-5 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the FS7 matches up vs the K-5 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Pentax K-5 II. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Pentax K-5 II
FS7 | K-5 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Panasonic FS7
K-5 II | FS7 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 53 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax K-5 II
FS7 | K-5 II | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS7 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 II has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FS7 versus the K-5 II.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS7 and K-5 II is 95 and 60 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and K-5 II.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS7 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-5 II will produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Pentax K-5 II |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 760 grams (1.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 980 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $160 | $830 |