Panasonic L10 vs Pentax K-x

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax K-x, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the L10 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very close but the L10 (Four Thirds) and K-x (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The L10 was revealed 24 months before the K-x making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L10 scores versus the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic L10 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic L10 provides exterior measurements of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic L10 versus Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L10 compared to the K-x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L10 and K-x is 66 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L10 and K-x.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L10 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Pentax K-x will result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged L10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.