Nikon D3500 vs Pentax K-x

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon D3500 and Pentax K-x, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the D3500 (24MP) and K-x (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D3500 was brought out 8 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D3500 grades vs the K-x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3500 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D3500 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3500 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D3500 vs the K-x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3500 and K-x is 72 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D3500 and K-x.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon D3500 to show more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer D3500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.