Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ10 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the SZ10 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The SZ10 was manufactured 5 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ10 scores against the K-x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax K-x. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 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).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ10 versus Pentax K-x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 compared to the K-x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and K-x is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and K-x.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SZ10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic SZ10 will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer SZ10 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.