Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-864mm (F2.9-5.7) lens
- 413g - 106 x 76 x 74mm
- Released July 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-800 UZ
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Announced December 2009
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-810 UZ (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively similar but the SP-810 UZ (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SP-810 UZ was released 20 months after the K-x which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-810 UZ scores against the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-810 UZ & Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-810 UZ over the Pentax K-x
SP-810 UZ | K-x | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | December 2009 | Newer by 20 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Olympus SP-810 UZ
K-x | SP-810 UZ | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SP-810 UZ and Pentax K-x
SP-810 UZ | K-x | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-810 UZ provides external dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-810 UZ versus Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SP-810 UZ vs the K-x.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-810 UZ and K-x is 78 and 69 respectively.
Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-810 UZ and K-x.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SP-810 UZ due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus SP-810 UZ will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SP-810 UZ provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SP-810 UZ vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Olympus SP-810 UZ | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SP-810 UZ | Pentax K-x |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2011-07-27 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-864mm (36.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1200s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.7 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.20 m | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) | 580 gr (1.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 76 x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1900 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $600 |