Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1
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Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Announced December 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Released September 2014
Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Pentax K-x versus Sony QX1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the K-x (12MP) and QX1 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe K-x was unveiled 5 years earlier than the QX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-x grades against the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-x Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Sony QX1
K-x | QX1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | " | Larger display (+2.7") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Pentax K-x
QX1 | K-x | |||
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Released | September 2014 | December 2009 | Fresher by 57 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-x and Sony QX1
K-x | QX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x features external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Pentax K-x versus Sony QX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K-x versus the QX1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and QX1 is 69 and 90 respectively.
Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-x and QX1.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony QX1 to produce more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older K-x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-x vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Pentax K-x | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-x | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Lens-style |
Announced | 2009-12-23 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | - |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 16.00 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 580 gr (1.28 lbs) | 216 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 811 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1900 images | 440 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $600 | $500 |