Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Announced June 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Released July 2011
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly comparable but the K-5 II (APS-C) and HX9V (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K-5 II was released 23 months after the HX9V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the K-5 II matches up versus the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Sony HX9V
K-5 II | HX9V | |||
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Released | June 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Pentax K-5 II
HX9V | K-5 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Sony HX9V
K-5 II | HX9V | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 II has got outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the K-5 II and the HX9V.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-5 II and HX9V is 60 and 91 respectively.
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 II and HX9V.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The K-5 II provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier. The newer K-5 II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-5 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-06-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime II | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760g (1.68 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1235 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $830 | $328 |