Olympus 6000 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus 6000 and Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively similar but the 6000 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The 6000 was introduced 5 months earlier than the K-x which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 6000 matches up vs the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 6000 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 6000 versus the K-x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and K-x is 94 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and K-x.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 6000 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax K-x will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.