Panasonic F5 vs Pentax K-x

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively comparable but the F5 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The F5 was launched 3 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the F5 grades against the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic F5 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the F5 versus the K-x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the F5 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and K-x.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The F5 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic F5 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer F5 will have an edge in sensor technology.