Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K-x

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K-x, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are offered by Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the K-30 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-30 was revealed 2 years after the K-x which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the K-30 scores versus the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-30 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-30 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-30 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst 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).

Check the Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K-x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-30 against the K-x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-30 and K-x is 63 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-30 and K-x.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax K-30 to render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern K-30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.