Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very well matched but the FH6 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The FH6 was released 2 years later than the K-x and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH6 matches up versus the K-x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features outside measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has sizing 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 Panasonic FH6 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH6 vs the K-x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and K-x.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH6 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FH6 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern FH6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.