Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Released November 2013
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the FX78 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe FX78 was launched 3 years earlier than the LF1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FX78 grades versus the LF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Panasonic LF1
FX78 | LF1 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Panasonic FX78
LF1 | FX78 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 34 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic LF1
FX78 | LF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FX78 vs the LF1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and LF1.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The FX78 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged FX78 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-25 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $210 | $500 |