Pentax K-S1 vs Sony NEX-5

Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax K-S1 versus Sony NEX-5, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-S1 was announced 4 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the K-S1 matches up against the NEX-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-S1 comes with external measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the K-S1 and the NEX-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-S1 and NEX-5 is 69 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S1 and NEX-5.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Pentax K-S1 to offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher K-S1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.