Pentax K-x vs Sony H55

In this article, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-x vs Sony H55, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively close but the K-x (APS-C) and H55 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The K-x was manufactured 5 months earlier than the H55 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the K-x scores against the H55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x has got 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) whilst the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-x vs Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the K-x vs the H55.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-x and H55 is 69 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-x and H55.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-x due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony H55 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.