Fujifilm Z30 vs Pentax K-x

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm Z30 and Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very close but the Fujifilm Z30 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Z30 was launched 10 months earlier than the K-x which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm Z30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up vs the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z30 and Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 and the K-x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z30 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and K-x.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z30 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax K-x will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.