Pentax K-x vs Sony T900

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Pentax K-x vs Sony T900, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty close but the K-x (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-x was launched 11 months after the T900 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the K-x matches up versus the T900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x offers outer measurements 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 T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-x compared to the T900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and T900 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-x and T900.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The K-x features the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more recent K-x is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.