Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Launched May 2012
Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly close but the SZ3 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SZ3 was revealed 8 months later than the K-01 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ3 grades versus the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Pentax K-01. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Pentax K-01
SZ3 | K-01 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | May 2012 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic SZ3
K-01 | SZ3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Pentax K-01
SZ3 | K-01 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ3 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ3 against the K-01.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and K-01 is 96 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ3 and K-01.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The SZ3 features the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The more recent SZ3 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Pentax K-01 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-05-30 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 561g (1.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 540 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $899 |