Panasonic FZ35 vs Pentax K-x

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FZ35 versus Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is fairly close but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ35 was revealed 7 months later than the K-x so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FZ35 matches up versus the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ35 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ35 versus Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ35 and the K-x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and K-x is 72 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ35 and K-x.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The FZ35 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult. The more recent FZ35 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.