Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II
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![Pentax K-1 front Pentax K-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-1/Pentax-K-1-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha A99 II front Sony Alpha A99 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-A99-II/Sony-A99-II-front.jpg)
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Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Announced February 2016
- Renewed by Pentax K-1 II
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Launched September 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A99
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Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Pentax K-1 and Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-1 (36MP) and the A99 II (42MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).
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The K-1 was unveiled 7 months before the A99 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the K-1 grades versus the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-1 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Sony A99 II
K-1 | A99 II | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Pentax K-1
A99 II | K-1 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | February 2016 | Fresher by 7 months |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer screen (+192k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Pentax K-1 and Sony A99 II
K-1 | A99 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 offers outside measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
See the Pentax K-1 and Sony A99 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the K-1 and the A99 II.
![Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II size comparison Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-A99-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and A99 II is 55 and 57 respectively.
![Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II top view buttons comparison Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-A99-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-1 and A99 II.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A99 II to offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older K-1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II sensor size comparison Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-A99-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-1-vs-Sony-Alpha-A99-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K-1 vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Pentax K-1 | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-1 | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-02-17 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 42MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 7952 x 5304 |
Highest native ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 33 | 399 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.4 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1010g (2.23 lb) | 849g (1.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 96 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.4 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 3280 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 pictures | 490 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $1,499 | $3,198 |