Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580/Panasonic-FX580-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched June 2008
- Previous Model is Pentax K10D
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the K20D (15MP) is very comparable but the FX580 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.
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The FX580 was unveiled 8 months after the K20D which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX580 matches up versus the K20D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Pentax K20D. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Pentax K20D
FX580 | K20D | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | June 2008 | Newer by 8 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Panasonic FX580
K20D | FX580 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax K20D
FX580 | K20D | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the FX580 and the K20D.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D size comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-K20D-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and K20D is 95 and 59 respectively.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D top view buttons comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-K20D-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and K20D.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FX580 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Pentax K20D will provide greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger FX580 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D sensor size comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-K20D-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-K20D-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax K20D |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2008-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 800 grams (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $499 | $700 |