Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax K-x

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively close but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FZ150 was launched 2 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FZ150 grades vs the K-x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 versus the K-x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and K-x is 67 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and K-x.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The FZ150 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more modern FZ150 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.