Olympus 5010 vs Pentax K-x

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus 5010 vs Pentax K-x, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very well matched but the 5010 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The 5010 was announced within a month of the K-x which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 5010 scores against the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 5010 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 5010 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 5010 vs Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 5010 versus the K-x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 5010 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and K-x.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 5010 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus 5010 will give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.