Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Announced December 2009
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very similar but the FX48 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FX48 was introduced 11 months before the K-x so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FX48 matches up vs the K-x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Pentax K-x
FX48 | K-x |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic FX48
K-x | FX48 | |||
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Announced | December 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax K-x
FX48 | K-x | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FX48 against the K-x.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and K-x.
To sum up, both cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The FX48 features the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The older FX48 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax K-x |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 150g (0.33 lb) | 580g (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1900 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $325 | $600 |