Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q 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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Renewed by Pentax Q10
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax Q, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FX78 was released 4 months earlier than the Q so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FX78 scores vs the Q with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Pentax Q
FX78 | Q | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Panasonic FX78
Q | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax Q
FX78 | Q | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | June 2011 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FX78 versus Pentax Q in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FX78 vs the Q.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and Q.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Pentax Q |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-01-25 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 230 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $210 | $695 |