Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Introduced May 2012
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax K-01, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SZ5 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ5 was brought out 2 months after the K-01 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ5 scores against the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Pentax K-01. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Pentax K-01
SZ5 | K-01 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic SZ5
K-01 | SZ5 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax K-01
SZ5 | 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 | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ5 compared to the K-01.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ5 and K-01 is 95 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and K-01.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SZ5 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax K-01 will provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-01 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 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 file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) | 561 grams (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 shots | 540 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $195 | $899 |