Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively similar but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FZ28 was brought out 11 months before the K-x so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ28 matches up versus the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Pentax K-x
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic FZ28
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Introduced | December 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax K-x
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 offers external measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ28 against the K-x.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and K-x is 72 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and K-x.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ28 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax K-x will offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax K-x |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 417g (0.92 lb) | 580g (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 27 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 17.9 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 79 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1900 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $599 | $600 |