Pentax K-x vs Sony A35
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Pentax K-x vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
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Photography Glossary Pentax K-x vs Sony A35 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax K-x vs Sony A35, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and A35 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K-x was unveiled 21 months prior to the A35 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the K-x grades against the A35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Sony A35
| K-x | A35 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Pentax K-x
| A35 | K-x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2011 |  | December 2009 | More modern by 21 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-x and Sony A35
| K-x | A35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-x vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-x has got outside measurements 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 A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the K-x and the A35.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-x and A35 is 69 and 69 respectively.
Pentax K-x vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and A35.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A35 to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-x will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-x vs Sony A35 Specifications
| Pentax K-x | Sony SLT-A35 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax K-x | Sony SLT-A35 |
| Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2009-12-23 | 2011-09-20 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Prime | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 16.00 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 580 grams (1.28 lbs) | 415 grams (0.91 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 23.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | 811 | 763 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1900 pictures | 440 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $600 | $598 |