Olympus E-PL3 vs Pentax K-x

Lets look more in depth at the Olympus E-PL3 versus Pentax K-x, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The E-PL3 was unveiled 22 months after the K-x making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E-PL3 grades versus the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL3 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL3 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL3 versus Pentax K-x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL3 and the K-x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL3 and K-x is 88 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL3 and K-x.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The E-PL3 contains the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The fresher E-PL3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.