Pentax K-5 vs Sony RX100 VI

Here, we are looking at the Pentax K-5 and Sony RX100 VI, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is fairly well matched but the K-5 (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") provide different sensor sizes.

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The K-5 was released 8 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K-5 matches up vs the RX100 VI with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 comes with external dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-5 and Sony RX100 VI in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the K-5 compared to the RX100 VI.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 and RX100 VI is 60 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 and RX100 VI.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-5 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 VI will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.