Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX200V

Here is a complete overview of the Pentax K-5 II and Sony HX200V, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively similar but the K-5 II (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The K-5 II was announced 13 months later than the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K-5 II scores versus the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-5 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 II features physical measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-5 II and Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the K-5 II compared to the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and HX200V is 60 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 II and HX200V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-5 II having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX200V will deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher K-5 II should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.