Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax K-x

Let's look closer at the Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax K-x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively close but the ZS7 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The ZS7 was revealed 20 months later than the K-x which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS7 scores vs the K-x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS7 enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS7 against the K-x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and K-x is 91 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and K-x.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS7 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The newer ZS7 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.