Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r 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
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Released March 2011
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax K-r, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the K-r (12MP) is very similar but the FX78 (1/2.3") and K-r (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FX78 was released at a similar time to the K-r which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FX78 grades versus the K-r in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Pentax K-r. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Pentax K-r
FX78 | K-r | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Panasonic FX78
K-r | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax K-r
FX78 | K-r | |||
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Released | January 2011 | March 2011 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax K-r in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX78 compared to the K-r.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and K-r is 95 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and K-r.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The FX78 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax K-r |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2011-01-25 | 2011-03-11 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 598 grams (1.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 470 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $210 | $1,100 |