Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) and the TS30 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The TS30 was introduced 5 years after the K-x which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TS30 scores vs the K-x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 and Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS30 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS30 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS30 versus the K-x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and K-x is 95 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS30 and K-x.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TS30 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic TS30 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer TS30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.