Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70
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Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Renewed by Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released June 2016
- Renewed by Pentax KF
Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ100 (14MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the FZ100 (1/2.3") and K-70 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ100 was launched 6 years earlier than the K-70 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FZ100 grades against the K-70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ100 over the Pentax K-70
FZ100 | K-70 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Panasonic FZ100
K-70 | FZ100 | |||
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Released | June 2016 | July 2010 | More modern by 71 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax K-70
FZ100 | K-70 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 comes with physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ100 compared to the K-70.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and K-70 is 67 and 62 respectively.
Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and K-70.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ100 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax K-70 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Pentax K-70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 688g (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $500 | $649 |