Pentax KP vs Sony HX200V

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax KP vs Sony HX200V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the KP (24MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the KP (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The KP was manufactured 4 years after the HX200V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the KP matches up versus the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax KP and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax KP Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax KP enjoys external dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Pentax KP vs Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the KP against the HX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the KP and HX200V is 61 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the KP and HX200V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The KP featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax KP will offer you greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent KP should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.