Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax K-x

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ7 and Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SZ7 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The SZ7 was announced 2 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ7 grades versus the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ7 and Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ7 compared to the K-x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and K-x.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SZ7 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic SZ7 will provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SZ7 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.