Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced October 2012
- Updated by Pentax K-50
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax K-30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is very comparable but the ZR3 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZR3 was launched 3 years prior to the K-30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZR3 matches up versus the K-30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Pentax K-30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Pentax K-30
ZR3 | K-30 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Panasonic ZR3
K-30 | ZR3 | |||
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Introduced | October 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 33 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax K-30
ZR3 | K-30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 has external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax K-30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR3 against the K-30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and K-30 is 94 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and K-30.
As you can tell, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZR3 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-30 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax K-30 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | Prime M |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 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 | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lb) | 650 gr (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $280 | $525 |