Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1
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Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF4 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Launched February 2018
- Older Model is Pentax K-1
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Released April 2009
Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony HX1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe K-1 II was brought out 8 years after the HX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K-1 II grades vs the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-1 II Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Sony HX1
K-1 II | HX1 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | April 2009 | More modern by 108 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Pentax K-1 II
HX1 | K-1 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-1 II and Sony HX1
K-1 II | HX1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 II has got external measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the K-1 II against the HX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and HX1 is 55 and 67 respectively.
Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-1 II and HX1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-1 II because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax K-1 II will produce greater detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger K-1 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Pentax K-1 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-1 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-02-22 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | PRIME IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 819200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 33 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF4 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.4fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 9.20 m |
Flash options | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1010 gr (2.23 pounds) | 544 gr (1.20 pounds) |
Dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 670 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $1,737 | $47,999 |