Pentax K-1 vs Samsung PL120

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Pentax K-1 and Samsung PL120, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and PL120 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 was introduced 5 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the K-1 grades vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 has got physical dimensions 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 Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-1 and Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the K-1 and the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and PL120 is 55 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and PL120.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The K-1 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 will deliver greater detail using its extra 22MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern K-1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.