Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Overview
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).
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Pentax KP
K-x | KP |
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Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Pentax K-x
KP | K-x | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | December 2009 | Newer by 86 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-x and Pentax KP
K-x | KP | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Pentax K-x versus Pentax KP in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
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.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax KP Specifications
Pentax K-x | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-x | Pentax KP |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-12-23 | 2017-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 819200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/6000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/24000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 16.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580g (1.28 pounds) | 703g (1.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 811 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1900 photos | 390 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $600 | $747 |