Pentax K-1 II vs Sony A700

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Pentax K-1 II and Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and A700 (12MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and A700 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 II was released 10 years later than the A700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the K-1 II scores vs the A700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 Mark II & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 II Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-1 II provides outer 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) while the Sony A700 has specifications of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-1 II and Sony A700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the K-1 II against the A700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and A700 is 55 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 II and A700.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 II due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax K-1 II will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer K-1 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.