Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K-x

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic 3D1 and Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very similar but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was manufactured 23 months later than the K-x making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 3D1 matches up against the K-x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 has got exterior measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

See the Panasonic 3D1 and Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 3D1 compared to the K-x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and K-x.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The 3D1 has the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF more challenging. The more recent 3D1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.