Pentax K-30 vs Sony A580

Here is a detailed analysis of the Pentax K-30 and Sony A580, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-30 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-30 was manufactured 18 months later than the A580 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the K-30 scores against the A580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-30 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-30 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-30 comes with outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-30 and Sony A580 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the K-30 compared to the A580.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-30 and A580 is 63 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-30 and A580.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger K-30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.