Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and NEX-5 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 was brought out 5 years later than the NEX-5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the K-1 grades vs the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 offers exterior dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the K-1 and the NEX-5.

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

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 and NEX-5.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The K-1 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-1 will offer more detail having its extra 22MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger K-1 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.