Pentax K-1 II vs Sigma SD14

Here is a thorough review of the Pentax K-1 II vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and SD14 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-1 II was announced 11 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the K-1 II grades vs the SD14 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 II enjoys exterior dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the K-1 II compared to the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 II and SD14 is 55 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 II and SD14.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 II with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 II will provide extra detail with its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher K-1 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.