Canon T6 vs Pentax K-x

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon T6 and Pentax K-x, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the T6 (18MP) and K-x (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T6 was announced 6 years after the K-x which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the T6 matches up against the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS T6 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Canon T6 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon T6 enjoys outer dimensions of 129mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon T6 and Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the T6 and the K-x.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the T6 and K-x is 68 and 69 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the T6 and K-x.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon T6 to offer more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger T6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.