Pentax K-1 vs Sony HX350

Let's take a closer look at the Pentax K-1 vs Sony HX350, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and HX350 (20MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and HX350 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was revealed 10 months before the HX350 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the K-1 matches up vs the HX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 features outer 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) while the Sony HX350 has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-1 vs Sony HX350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-1 against the HX350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and HX350 is 55 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 and HX350.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 will give you more detail because of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older K-1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.