Pentax X70 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Pentax X70 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Pentax X70 was introduced in March 2009 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 was introduced in September 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax X70 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 over Pentax X70.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Pentax X70 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Electronic Viewfinder on Pentax X70

Pentax X70 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7.

Pentax X70 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 50 - 6,400. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

Pentax X70 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2256, 3072 x 2304, 2992, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 is equipped with Venus Engine IV processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 3456 x 3456, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

NFC on Pentax X70

Pentax X70 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Pentax X70 comes with D-LI92 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Pentax X70 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Pentax X70, and up to 1/1600 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 can shoot continuously up to 4.4 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.10 m on Pentax X70 and 3.30 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7..

Pentax X70 body has dimensions of 110 x 83 x 90 mm (4.33 x 3.27 x 3.54") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 body has dimensions of 95 x 56 x 19 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.75"). Pentax X70 weighs 410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz).

Pentax X70

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7

110 mm

83 mm

95 mm

56 mm

83 mm

56 mm