Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Released July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Old Model is Pentax K-30
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic SZ5 versus Pentax K-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the K-50 (16MP) is fairly similar but the SZ5 (1/2.3") and K-50 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ5 was introduced 16 months prior to the K-50 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SZ5 grades vs the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Pentax K-50. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Pentax K-50
SZ5 | K-50 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Panasonic SZ5
K-50 | SZ5 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | July 2012 | More modern by 16 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax K-50
SZ5 | K-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic SZ5 versus Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ5 vs the K-50.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and K-50 is 95 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ5 and K-50.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SZ5 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-50 will deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME M |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 51600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 650 gr (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 410 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $195 | $610 |