Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80
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Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed June 2009
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX75 and Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FX75 was manufactured 12 months later than the W80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX75 scores against the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Pentax W80
FX75 | W80 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | June 2009 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Panasonic FX75
W80 | FX75 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Pentax W80
FX75 | W80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FX75 and Pentax W80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FX75 and the W80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX75 and W80.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX75 to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern FX75 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-01 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $139 | $250 |