Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5R

On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5R, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and NEX-5R (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was introduced 3 years later than the NEX-5R and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K-1 scores vs the NEX-5R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 has outside dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-1 vs Sony NEX-5R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the K-1 versus the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and NEX-5R is 55 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and NEX-5R.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The K-1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax K-1 will give you greater detail using its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher K-1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.