Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Replaced the Pentax K-5
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax K-5 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the K-5 II (16MP) is relatively comparable but the SZ8 (1/2.3") and K-5 II (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SZ8 was brought out 8 months later than the K-5 II and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SZ8 scores vs the K-5 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Pentax K-5 II
SZ8 | K-5 II | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | June 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Panasonic SZ8
K-5 II | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax K-5 II
SZ8 | K-5 II | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ8 features outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 II has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax K-5 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ8 vs the K-5 II.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and K-5 II is 94 and 60 respectively.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and K-5 II.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SZ8 comes with the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh tougher. The more modern SZ8 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax K-5 II |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2013-06-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Prime II |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 760 gr (1.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 980 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $275 | $830 |