Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost 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 SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the SZ10 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) boast different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ10 was manufactured 5 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ10 scores against the K-x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Pentax K-x
SZ10 | K-x | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | December 2009 | Fresher by 62 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic SZ10
K-x | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax K-x
SZ10 | K-x | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 compared to the K-x.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and K-x.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SZ10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic SZ10 will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer SZ10 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Pentax K-x |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.4 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 16.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lb) | 580g (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 200 pictures | 1900 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $600 |