Pentax K20D vs Sony NEX-F3

Below, we are looking at the Pentax K20D and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K20D (15MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K20D was manufactured 5 years prior to the NEX-F3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K20D matches up versus the NEX-F3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K20D and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K20D Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K20D has got external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K20D and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the K20D compared to the NEX-F3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K20D and NEX-F3 is 59 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K20D and NEX-F3.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony NEX-F3 to render greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older K20D will be behind in sensor innovation.