Comparisons / Comparison of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Pentax Optio LS465

Comparison of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Pentax Optio LS465 [S]ave

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 ×
Pentax Optio LS465 ×
General
ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-FX78Pentax Optio LS465
BrandPanasonicPentax
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.panasonic.comhttps://us.ricoh-imaging.com/
Model numberDMC-FX78LS465
Camera formatUltra CompactUltra Compact
Release year (year)20112012
Tripod mount++
Length (mm)100101
Width (mm)2123
Height (mm)5547
Weight (g)142122
Waterproof--
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCCDCCD
Effective megapixels (MP)12.116
Sensor format1/2.33 inch1/2.33 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.228.2
Sensor width (mm)6.136.13
Sensor height (mm)4.64.6
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.531.33
Aspect ratio4:3, 16:94:3
Color filter typeRGBG-
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 1600 x 1200(1.9 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 2048 x 1360(2.8 mp other)
  • 2048 x 1536(3.1 mp 4:3)
  • 2560 x 1440(3.7 mp 16:9)
  • 2560 x 1712(4.4 mp 3:2)
  • 2560 x 1920(4.9 mp 4:3)
  • 3264 x 1814(5.9 mp other)
  • 3264 x 2176(7.1 mp 3:2)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4000 x 2248(9.0 mp 16:9)
  • 4000 x 2672(10.7 mp 3:2)
  • 4000 x 3000(12.0 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 3072 x 2304(7.1 mp 4:3)
  • 3456 x 3456(11.9 mp 1:1)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg (exif v2.3)
  • mpo
  • jpeg (exif 2.3)
Continuous-mode (fps)3.70.8
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1280x720
  • 1920x1080
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
  • 1280x720
  • 640x480
Movie max framerate (fps)6030
Image Storage
Movie file formatAVCHD, QuickTime Motion JPEGAVI (Motion JPG)
Composite video out++
Ntsc/pal switchable video-+
Hd video out+-
Hd video connectionHDMI-
Lens and Optics
LensLEICA DC VARIO-SUMMARIT; 7elements in 6 groups, 3 Asphericalsmc PENTAX zoom lens, 8 elements in 8 groups (5 aspherical elements)
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)24.00 - 120.0028.00 - 140.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)5.005.00 - 25.00
Zoom ratio (x)55
Aperture range (f)0.17 - 0.400.06 - 0.26
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)5040
Macro focus range (cm)-5 - 20
Optical image stabilization+-
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 4
  • 20
  • 7.2
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detect: Face, AF Tracking, 23pt, 1pt, Spot, Touch AreaContrast Detection: 9-point AF, Spot AF, Auto tracking AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity Landscape, Pan Focus
Auto focus assist light+-
Manual focus--
Viewfinder
ViewfinderLCDLCD
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)3.52.7
Rear display resolution (dots)230,000230,000
Touchscreen--
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Max playback zoom (x)-10
Exposure
Iso settingsAuto, iISO, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600; High Sensitivity mode (ISO 1600-6400)Auto, Manual (ISO 64 - 6400)
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • daylight
  • incandescent
  • shade
  • white set
  • auto
  • daylight
  • fluorescent light
  • manual
  • shade
  • tungsten light
Shutter speed range (s)1/4000 - 601/2000 - 4
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modesIntelligent MultipleMulti-segment metering
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority--
Shutter priority--
Full manual exposure--
Creative exposure modes3D Photo, SCN, Cosmetic, My Color; Portrait, Transform, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Panorama Assist, Sports, Night PortraitBlue Sky, Landscape, Flower, Sunset, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Portrait, Natural Skin Tone, Food, Digital SR, Kids, Pet
Self timer (s)
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 10
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • auto
  • auto/red-eye reduction
  • forced off
  • forced on
  • slow sync./red-eye reduction
  • auto
  • auto + redeye
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • on + redeye
Flash range description0.6 - 5.9m (Wide/ISO Auto), 1.0 - 2.5m (Tele/ISO Auto)Wide: 0.3 - 3.6m (ISO Auto); Tele: 1.0 - 2.2m (ISO Auto)
Usable memory types
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Included memory (MB)7041
Included memory typebuilt-in memoryInternal
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi--
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps--
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack--
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • usb 2.0 high speed
Pictbridge compliant+-
Dpof compliant++
Remote control--
Connections (extended)
  • dc input
  • mini hdmi
-
Performance Timing
Jpeg shooting speed in burst mode (max resolution) (fps)3.70.8
Buffer size for jpeg shooting in burst mode (max resolution) (frames)76
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)200200
Battery form factorProprietaryProprietary D-L108
Usable battery types
  • 3.6v
  • 680mah lithium-ion rechargeable
  • lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries included1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable1 x Proprietary D-L108 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)++
Software
Included software
  • adobe reader
  • photofunstudio 6.1 hd lite edition
  • quicktime
  • super loiloscope (trial version)
  • software cd-rom with arcsoft media impression
Os compatibility-
  • windows 7; mac os x 10.7
Miscellaneous
Notes and featuresMega OIS image stabilization, 3.5-inch touchscreen LCD, 1080i and 720p HD movies, 3D Photos, Beauty Retouch. Available in blackInterchangeable cover system (10 "dress-up sheets" included). Available in Sapphire black, Ruby pink or Amethyst purple.



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