Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 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
- Superseded the Panasonic LX5
- Refreshed by Panasonic LX10
(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
- Introduced August 2009
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the LX7 (1/1.7") and P80 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe LX7 was introduced 3 years after the P80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LX7 scores versus the P80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Pentax Optio P80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Pentax P80
LX7 | P80 | |||
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Introduced | October 2012 | August 2009 | More modern by 39 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Panasonic LX7
P80 | LX7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax P80
LX7 | P80 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX7 features physical 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 P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX7 and the P80.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and P80 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and P80.
As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX7 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax P80 will give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern LX7 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-10-15 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 298g (0.66 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 147 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $400 | $200 |