Pentax K-1 vs Sony WX1

Following is a detailed review of the Pentax K-1 versus Sony WX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and WX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor size.

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The K-1 was introduced 6 years after the WX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the K-1 matches up against the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 provides outside 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 WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-1 versus Sony WX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the K-1 versus the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and WX1 is 55 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-1 and WX1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-1 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer K-1 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.