Pentax K20D vs Sony QX1

Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax K20D vs Sony QX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the K20D (15MP) and QX1 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The K20D was unveiled 7 years before the QX1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the K20D scores vs the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K20D and Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K20D Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K20D features outside dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K20D vs Sony QX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the K20D compared to the QX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K20D and QX1 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K20D and QX1.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony QX1 to show greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older K20D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.