Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K-x

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is pretty similar but the FX580 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX580 was revealed 11 months earlier than the K-x which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FX580 grades against the K-x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FX580 vs the K-x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and K-x.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FX580 contains the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The older FX580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.