Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Previous Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Successor is Sony RX100 II
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the K-5 II (APS-C) and RX100 (1") offer different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe K-5 II was brought out 10 months later than the RX100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the K-5 II scores against the RX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Sony RX100
K-5 II | RX100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | August 2012 | Fresher by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Pentax K-5 II
RX100 | K-5 II | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Sony RX100
K-5 II | RX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 II enjoys outside measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K-5 II compared to the RX100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-5 II and RX100 is 60 and 91 respectively.
Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 II and RX100.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-5 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony RX100 will give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer K-5 II should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-5 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-04 | 2012-08-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 gr (1.68 lbs) | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 82 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1235 | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $830 | $448 |