Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax K-x

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus TG-6 versus Pentax K-x, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively close but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The TG-6 was introduced 9 years after the K-x which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TG-6 matches up vs the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-6 comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-6 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TG-6 versus the K-x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-6 and K-x is 90 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and K-x.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The TG-6 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The fresher TG-6 provides an edge in sensor technology.