Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K-x

Here is a in-depth review of the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax K-x, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very well matched but the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-630 iHS was announced 3 years later than the K-x and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has outer dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the TG-630 iHS vs the K-x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TG-630 iHS and K-x is 94 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-630 iHS and K-x.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS contains the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The more recent TG-630 iHS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.