Pentax K-50 vs Sony QX100

Here is a extended overview of the Pentax K-50 versus Sony QX100, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Lens-style by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-50 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the K-50 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-50 was introduced 3 months later than the QX100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-50 grades vs the QX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-50 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-50 enjoys physical measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-50 versus Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-50 vs the QX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-50 and QX100 is 63 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-50 and QX100.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-50 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony QX100 will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively.