Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K-500

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K-30 and Pentax K-500, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-30 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-30 was announced 13 months prior to the K-500 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the K-30 matches up versus the K-500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-30 & Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-30 Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-30 comes with outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-500 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-30 and Pentax K-500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K-30 versus the K-500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K-30 and K-500 is 63 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-30 and K-500.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older K-30 will be behind in sensor tech.