Pentax K-01 vs Sony HX80

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax K-01 versus Sony HX80, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly close but the K-01 (APS-C) and HX80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The K-01 was revealed 4 years earlier than the HX80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-01 scores versus the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-01 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-01 versus Sony HX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the K-01 compared to the HX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and HX80 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and HX80.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-01 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX80 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged K-01 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.