Pentax K-x vs Sony QX30

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax K-x versus Sony QX30, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and QX30 (20MP) and the K-x (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The K-x was unveiled 5 years earlier than the QX30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the K-x scores vs the QX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-x features outside dimensions 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 Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-x versus Sony QX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the K-x vs the QX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and QX30 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-x and QX30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K-x having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony QX30 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged K-x will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.