Pentax VS20 vs Sony RX100 V

On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax VS20 vs Sony RX100 V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively well matched but the VS20 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") posses different sensor sizes.

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The VS20 was announced 5 years before the RX100 V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the VS20 grades against the RX100 V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 provides outer measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the VS20 versus the RX100 V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the VS20 and RX100 V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the VS20 and RX100 V.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VS20 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX100 V will give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged VS20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.