Pentax K-1 vs Sony HX30V

Here, we are looking at the Pentax K-1 versus Sony HX30V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and HX30V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 was released 4 years after the HX30V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the K-1 grades against the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 has external measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the K-1 against the HX30V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and HX30V is 55 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-1 and HX30V.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K-1 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent K-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.