Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II
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76 Features
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55 Imaging
78 Features
82 Overall
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Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Revealed February 2016
- New Model is Pentax K-1 II
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched February 2018
- Previous Model is Pentax K-1
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-1 (36MP) and the K-1 II (36MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe K-1 was revealed 24 months prior to the K-1 II which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K-1 grades versus the K-1 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Pentax K-1 II
K-1 | K-1 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Pentax K-1
K-1 II | K-1 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | February 2016 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-1 II
K-1 | K-1 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 1037k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-1 enjoys physical dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-1 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the K-1 against the K-1 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and K-1 II is 55 and 55 respectively.
Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 and K-1 II.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged K-1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications
Pentax K-1 | Pentax K-1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-1 | Pentax K-1 Mark II |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2016-02-17 | 2018-02-22 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 204800 | 819200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 33 | 33 |
Cross focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF4 |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.4 frames per sec | 4.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1010 grams (2.23 lb) | 1010 grams (2.23 lb) |
Dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3280 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 images | 670 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Cost at launch | $1,499 | $1,737 |