Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Released October 2012
- Older Model is Panasonic LX5
- Updated by Panasonic LX10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Launched May 2012
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and K-01 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LX7 was revealed 5 months later than the K-01 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the LX7 scores vs the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Pentax K-01. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Pentax K-01
LX7 | K-01 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic LX7
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax K-01
LX7 | K-01 | |||
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Launched | October 2012 | May 2012 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX7 offers external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax K-01 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the LX7 versus the K-01.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and K-01 is 86 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and K-01.
As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX7 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-01 will render more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax K-01 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-10-15 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 lb) | 561 gr (1.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 147 | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 540 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $899 |