Pentax K-1 vs Sony TX30

Following is a extensive comparison of the Pentax K-1 versus Sony TX30, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and TX30 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was released 2 years after the TX30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the K-1 scores versus the TX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 has exterior dimensions 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 TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the K-1 and the TX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and TX30 is 55 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 and TX30.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The K-1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax K-1 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger K-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.