Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax K-x

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FH3 and Pentax K-x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly similar but the FH3 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The FH3 was introduced at a similar time to the K-x which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH3 scores vs the K-x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH3 and Pentax K-x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH3 compared to the K-x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and K-x is 94 and 69 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH3 and K-x.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH3 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic FH3 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.