Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed December 2009
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax K-x, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is pretty similar but the FS7 (1/2.5") and K-x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FS7 was introduced 11 months before the K-x and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FS7 matches up vs the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Pentax K-x
FS7 | K-x |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic FS7
K-x | FS7 | |||
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Revealed | December 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax K-x
FS7 | K-x | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS7 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FS7 versus the K-x.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and K-x.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS7 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-x will offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older FS7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Pentax K-x |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2009-01-16 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 16.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 1900 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $160 | $600 |