Pentax K-1 II vs Sony TX66

The following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony TX66, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and TX66 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The K-1 II was unveiled 6 years after the TX66 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the K-1 II matches up vs the TX66 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 II features exterior measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-1 II versus Sony TX66 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the K-1 II versus the TX66.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and TX66 is 55 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 II and TX66.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-1 II having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax K-1 II will result in greater detail having an extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer K-1 II will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.