Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-S2

Here, we are comparing the Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-S2, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and K-S2 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was released 13 months later than the K-S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the K-1 grades vs the K-S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-1 offers outside measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the K-1 vs the K-S2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 and K-S2 is 55 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-1 and K-S2.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Pentax K-1 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher K-1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.