Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Launched January 2017
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Launched May 2012
Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ80 versus Pentax K-01, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is very well matched but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ80 was launched 4 years after the K-01 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FZ80 scores versus the K-01 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Pentax K-01
FZ80 | K-01 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | May 2012 | More modern by 56 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic FZ80
K-01 | FZ80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ80 and Pentax K-01
FZ80 | K-01 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ80 comes with outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") having a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Pentax K-01 has measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ80 versus Pentax K-01 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FZ80 against the K-01.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and K-01 is 63 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and K-01.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ80 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FZ80 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Pentax K-01 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ82 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-04 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 616 gr (1.36 lbs) | 561 gr (1.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 540 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $399 | $899 |