Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX1000

Let's look more closely at the Pentax K-x and Samsung NX1000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-x was released 3 years prior to the NX1000 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-x matches up against the NX1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-x provides physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-x and Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-x versus the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-x and NX1000 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-x and NX1000.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged K-x will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.