Pentax K-x vs Pentax I-10

Below, we are matching up the Pentax K-x vs Pentax I-10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Pentax. The resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is very close but the K-x (APS-C) and I-10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The K-x was brought out within a month of the I-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax I-10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the K-x scores versus the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-x and Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-x enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-x vs Pentax I-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the K-x vs the I-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and I-10 is 69 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and I-10.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The K-x provides the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier.