Pentax K-1 vs Sony RX1R

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax K-1 versus Sony RX1R, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and RX1R (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The K-1 was released 2 years after the RX1R which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the K-1 matches up versus the RX1R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-1 offers outer measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-1 versus Sony RX1R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the K-1 vs the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and RX1R is 55 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 and RX1R.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax K-1 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher K-1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.