Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x
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Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Launched November 2013
- New Model is Olympus 1s
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus 1 and Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and K-x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 was brought out 3 years after the K-x which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 1 scores versus the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 1 over the Pentax K-x
1 | K-x | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | December 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Olympus 1
K-x | 1 |
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Common features in the Olympus 1 and Pentax K-x
1 | K-x | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 provides exterior measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 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 Olympus 1 and Pentax K-x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 and the K-x.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and K-x is 79 and 69 respectively.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and K-x.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The 1 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher. The newer 1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 1 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Olympus Stylus 1 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 1 | Pentax K-x |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-25 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high speed: 640 x 480 (120p), 320 x 240 (240p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 402 grams (0.89 pounds) | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 51 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 179 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 1900 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $700 | $600 |