Pentax K-01 vs Sony HX5

Its time to look closer at the Pentax K-01 vs Sony HX5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the K-01 (APS-C) and HX5 (1/2.4") offer different sensor sizing.

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The K-01 was introduced 24 months later than the HX5 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the K-01 scores versus the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-01 vs Sony HX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the K-01 versus the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and HX5 is 76 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and HX5.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K-01 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-01 will offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer K-01 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.