Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is pretty comparable but the SZ5 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SZ5 was manufactured 2 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ5 matches up vs the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Pentax K-x
SZ5 | K-x | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | December 2009 | More recent by 32 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic SZ5
K-x | SZ5 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax K-x
SZ5 | K-x | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 has got outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ5 compared to the K-x.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ5 and K-x.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SZ5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic SZ5 will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SZ5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | Pentax K-x |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | 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 | 1/1600 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lbs) | 580g (1.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 1900 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $195 | $600 |