Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax K-x

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus VG-145 versus Pentax K-x, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly well matched but the VG-145 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The VG-145 was manufactured 20 months later than the K-x making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the VG-145 matches up vs the K-x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VG-145 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the VG-145 against the K-x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and K-x.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VG-145 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus VG-145 will give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent VG-145 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.