Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP

The following is a extended review of the Pentax K-x versus Pentax KP, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both produced by Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and KP (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-x was manufactured 8 years earlier than the KP which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the K-x scores vs the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x & Pentax KP. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-x provides physical 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 KP has dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the K-x compared to the KP.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-x and KP is 69 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-x and KP.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax KP to give you more detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged K-x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.