Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Launched July 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax KP, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the FZ60 (16MP) and KP (24MP) and the FZ60 (1/2.3") and KP (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ60 was revealed 5 years before the KP and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ60 scores against the KP in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Pentax KP. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Pentax KP
FZ60 | KP |
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Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Panasonic FZ60
KP | FZ60 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | July 2012 | More recent by 55 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Pentax KP
FZ60 | KP | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ60 provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax KP in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ60 versus the KP.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and KP is 68 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ60 and KP.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ60 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax KP will resolve extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FZ60 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax KP Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax KP |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2017-01-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 819200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/24000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 493g (1.09 lb) | 703g (1.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 450 pictures | 390 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $350 | $747 |