Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K110D

Below, we are reviewing the Pentax K-1 versus Pentax K110D, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and K110D (6MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and K110D (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was brought out 9 years after the K110D which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the K-1 grades against the K110D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 and Pentax K110D. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Pentax K110D Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 comes with external 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 K110D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-1 versus Pentax K110D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the K-1 vs the K110D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-1 and K110D is 55 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and K110D.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-1 will offer you more detail having its extra 30MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern K-1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.