Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S
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Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF4 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-1
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Announced June 2007
- Old Model is Pentax K100D
- Refreshed by Pentax K200D

Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Pentax K-1 II and Pentax K100D S, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and K100D S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

The K-1 II was released 10 years after the K100D S which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the K-1 II scores against the K100D S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 Mark II & Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 II Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Pentax K100D S
K-1 II | K100D S | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | June 2007 | More modern by 130 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+827k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Pentax K-1 II
K100D S | K-1 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-1 II and Pentax K100D S
K-1 II | K100D S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 II features physical dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K-1 II and Pentax K100D S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the K-1 II vs the K100D S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and K100D S is 55 and 65 respectively.

Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 II and K100D S.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-1 II featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K-1 II will result in more detail as a result of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher K-1 II will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Pentax K-1 Mark II | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-1 Mark II | Pentax K100D Super |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2018-02-22 | 2007-06-28 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | PRIME IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 819200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 33 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF4 | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.4 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1010g (2.23 lbs) | 646g (1.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 670 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Retail price | $1,737 | $520 |