Pentax K-1 II vs Sony NEX-5N

In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony NEX-5N, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and NEX-5N (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The K-1 II was revealed 6 years later than the NEX-5N and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the K-1 II scores versus the NEX-5N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 II has got outside measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony NEX-5N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the K-1 II vs the NEX-5N.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-1 II and NEX-5N is 55 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 II and NEX-5N.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The K-1 II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-1 II will produce extra detail because of its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern K-1 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.