Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed August 2009
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FZ28 was unveiled 6 months before the P80 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ28 grades vs the P80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Pentax P80
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Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Panasonic FZ28
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax P80
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Revealed | January 2009 | August 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 provides external measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax P80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ28 and the P80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and P80 is 72 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and P80.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax P80 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $599 | $200 |