Pentax K-x vs Sony A390

Lets look closer at the Pentax K-x versus Sony A390, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the A390 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-x was revealed 7 months earlier than the A390 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the K-x matches up vs the A390 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-x Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-x enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the K-x and the A390.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K-x and A390 is 69 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K-x and A390.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A390 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.