Pentax K-500 vs Sony NEX-5R

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax K-500 versus Sony NEX-5R, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-500 was announced 16 months after the NEX-5R making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the K-500 matches up vs the NEX-5R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-500 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-500 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-500 has got physical measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-500 versus Sony NEX-5R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K-500 against the NEX-5R.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-500 and NEX-5R is 64 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K-500 and NEX-5R.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher K-500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.