Pentax KP vs Sony W290

Following is a in-depth overview of the Pentax KP vs Sony W290, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the KP (24MP) and W290 (12MP) and the KP (APS-C) and W290 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The KP was unveiled 8 years after the W290 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the KP matches up against the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax KP and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are provided at Pentax KP Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax KP comes with outside measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the KP and the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the KP and W290 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the KP and W290.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The KP having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax KP will deliver extra detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer KP is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.