Pentax K-x vs Pentax K20D

Below is a in-depth overview of the Pentax K-x vs Pentax K20D, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the K20D (15MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-x was launched 19 months later than the K20D which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the K-x matches up vs the K20D for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x and Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x has outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

See the Pentax K-x vs Pentax K20D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the K-x and the K20D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and K20D is 69 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-x and K20D.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K20D to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent K-x is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.