Pentax K-S1 vs Sony HX10V

In this article, we will be looking at the Pentax K-S1 versus Sony HX10V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-S1 (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively comparable but the K-S1 (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The K-S1 was manufactured 2 years after the HX10V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the K-S1 grades versus the HX10V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S1 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S1 enjoys outer measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-S1 versus Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the K-S1 vs the HX10V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-S1 and HX10V is 69 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-S1 and HX10V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K-S1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-S1 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent K-S1 provides an edge in sensor technology.