Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Sony HX20V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty close but the K-5 IIs (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-5 IIs was introduced 11 months after the HX20V so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K-5 IIs scores against the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 IIs features physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the K-5 IIs and the HX20V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 IIs and HX20V is 60 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 IIs and HX20V.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-5 IIs having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony HX20V will result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent K-5 IIs is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.