Pentax K-50 vs Sony WX30

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-50 versus Sony WX30, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-50 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the K-50 (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The K-50 was brought out 2 years after the WX30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the K-50 grades vs the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-50 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-50 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-50 versus Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the K-50 against the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the K-50 and WX30 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-50 and WX30.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The K-50 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more modern K-50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.