Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax K-x

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is pretty close but the SP-820UZ (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The SP-820UZ was brought out 2 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SP-820UZ matches up against the K-x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ has got external dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the K-x.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and K-x is 69 and 69 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and K-x.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SP-820UZ featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Olympus SP-820UZ will render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SP-820UZ is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.