Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax K-x

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively close but the FH20 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The FH20 was brought out about the same time to the K-x and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH20 grades versus the K-x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FH20 and the K-x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and K-x.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FH20 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FH20 will render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively.