Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are produced by Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-5 was unveiled 12 months after the K-x which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the K-5 scores versus the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 comes with exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the K-5 against the K-x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and K-x is 60 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 and K-x.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent K-5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.