Pentax K-5 vs Sony QX1
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Pentax K-5 vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced December 2010
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-7
- Later Model is Pentax K-5 IIs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Announced September 2014
Pentax K-5 vs Sony QX1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Pentax K-5 and Sony QX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe K-5 was launched 4 years prior to the QX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the K-5 grades versus the QX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-5 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 and Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.