Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax K-x

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the K-x (12MP) is very well matched but the LX5 (1/1.63") and K-x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX5 was unveiled 2 years later than the K-x and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the LX5 matches up versus the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax K-x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the LX5 versus the K-x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and K-x is 88 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and K-x.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX5 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax K-x will give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger LX5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.