Pentax K-1 II vs Sony HX1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.