Pentax K-1 vs Sony QX10

Here is a complete analysis of the Pentax K-1 and Sony QX10, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and QX10 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was announced 2 years later than the QX10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the K-1 matches up against the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 features outer dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-1 and Sony QX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the K-1 compared to the QX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and QX10 is 55 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax K-1 will offer you extra detail with its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher K-1 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.