Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ47 was launched 20 months after the K-x making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ47 scores versus the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ47 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Pentax K-x
FZ47 | K-x | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | December 2009 | Newer by 20 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic FZ47
K-x | FZ47 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-x
FZ47 | K-x | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ47 enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ47 and the K-x.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ47 and K-x is 68 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ47 and K-x.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ47 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh trickier. The more recent FZ47 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | Pentax K-x |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ48 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-07-21 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 16.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD | 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 | 498 grams (1.10 lb) | 580 grams (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 1900 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $379 | $600 |