Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax K-x

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus SP-100 versus Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the SP-100 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SP-100 was unveiled 4 years later than the K-x and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SP-100 scores against the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 features exterior dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and 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).

See the Olympus SP-100 versus Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-100 compared to the K-x.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-100 and K-x is 63 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and K-x.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SP-100 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus SP-100 will give you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger SP-100 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.