Pentax K-x vs Pentax K100D

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K-x and Pentax K100D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are produced by Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and K100D (6MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-x was brought out 3 years later than the K100D and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-x grades against the K100D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Pentax K100D. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x offers physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Pentax K100D has proportions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-x vs the K100D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and K100D is 69 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and K100D.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K-x to offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer K-x provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.