Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed December 2009
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and K-x (12MP) and the LZ40 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe LZ40 was announced 4 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the LZ40 matches up versus the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Pentax K-x
LZ40 | K-x | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | December 2009 | More modern by 50 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic LZ40
K-x | LZ40 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax K-x
LZ40 | K-x | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ40 enjoys physical measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the LZ40 vs the K-x.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LZ40 and K-x is 67 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the LZ40 and K-x.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LZ40 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic LZ40 will result in greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher LZ40 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax K-x |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 22-924mm (42.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.80 m | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 524 grams (1.16 pounds) | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | 1900 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $219 | $600 |