Pentax K-x vs Sony S980

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-x versus Sony S980, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the K-x (APS-C) and S980 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-x was manufactured 11 months later than the S980 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the K-x grades versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-x offers outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-x versus Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the K-x and the S980.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-x and S980 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and S980.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The K-x provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more modern K-x will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.