Pentax K-500 vs Sony WX1

Following is a detailed review of the Pentax K-500 versus Sony WX1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-500 (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the K-500 (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") provide different sensor sizes.

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The K-500 was introduced 4 years after the WX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the K-500 scores versus the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-500 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-500 has exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-500 versus Sony WX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K-500 and the WX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-500 and WX1 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-500 and WX1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-500 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-500 will give you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent K-500 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.