Pentax K-m vs Pentax K-x

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      Specifications

      General Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      BrandPentaxPentax
      ModelK-mK-x
      Predecessor ModelPentax K110D Pentax K-m
      Successor ModelPentax K-x
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.7 mm23.4 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels11 Megapixel12.97 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels10.0 Megapixel12.6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 3,200100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 12,800
      Photo Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      ProcessorPRIME
      Max Image Resolution3872 x 25924288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions3008 x 2000, 1824 x 12163936 x 2684, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      JPEG Quality LevelsBest, Better, GoodBest, Better, Good
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
      Focus Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Number of Focus Points511
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenNatural-Bright-Matte III
      Optics Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Lens MountPentax KAF2Pentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor ShiftSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.7"2.7"
      Screen Resolution230k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Optical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage96%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.85x0.85x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x0.57x
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled Vertical Run Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/6000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.5 fps4.7 fps
      Flash Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Flash On
      Red-Eye
      Wireless Sync      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear curtain
      Wireless
      Flash Range11.00 m at ISO 10016.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemP-TTL, high speed sync, wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
      External Flash ConnectionHot shoe
      Exposure Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesProgram, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual)
      Exposure Compensation±2 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±1.5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) ±1.5 (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock (available via programmable AF/AE-L button)
      DXO Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      DxO Low Light ISO513811
      DxO Color Depth22.422.8
      DxO Dynamic Range11.412.5
      DxO Overall Score6472
      Video Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Internal Recording ModesYes
      Video FormatsMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 720
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit25 min
      Terminals Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Wireless (Optional) Optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32-104°F
      Physical Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Dimensions123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68")123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68")
      Weight (inc. batteries)590 g (1.30 lb / 20.81 oz)580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
      Power and Storage Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Battery Pack4 x AA4 x AA
      Battery Life1800 shots1900 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC
      Other Pentax K-m Pentax K-x
      Self Timer 2 or 12 sec 2 or 12 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionFiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless steel chassis


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