Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FX90 and Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very comparable but the FX90 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FX90 was launched 21 months later than the K-x making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX90 matches up vs the K-x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 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 FX90 and Pentax K-x in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX90 vs the K-x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and K-x.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The FX90 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The more modern FX90 will have an edge in sensor innovation.