Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax K-x

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the SZ1 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SZ1 was unveiled 2 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ1 matches up versus the K-x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 against the K-x.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and K-x.

To sum up, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SZ1 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic SZ1 will show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SZ1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.