Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Released July 2012
- Newer Model is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax K-01, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly close but the LZ20 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe LZ20 was revealed 2 months later than the K-01 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the LZ20 scores versus the K-01 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 & Pentax K-01. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Pentax K-01
LZ20 | K-01 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic LZ20
K-01 | LZ20 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax K-01
LZ20 | K-01 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | May 2012 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ20 features external measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the LZ20 and the K-01.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LZ20 and K-01 is 71 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ20 and K-01.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The LZ20 uses the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF tougher.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Pentax K-01 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2012-05-30 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) | 561 gr (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 shots | 540 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $250 | $899 |