Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S
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Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Later Model is Pentax K-50
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Announced June 2007
- Earlier Model is Pentax K100D
- Later Model is Pentax K200D
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax K-30 versus Pentax K100D S, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the K-30 (16MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe K-30 was released 5 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the K-30 matches up against the K100D S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-30 & Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-30 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Pentax K100D S
K-30 | K100D S | |||
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Announced | October 2012 | June 2007 | More recent by 65 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 210k | Sharper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Pentax K-30
K100D S | K-30 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-30 and Pentax K100D S
K-30 | K100D S | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-30 comes with outside dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-30 versus Pentax K100D S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the K-30 and the K100D S.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the K-30 and K100D S is 63 and 65 respectively.
Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-30 and K100D S.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Pentax K-30 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Pentax K-30 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-30 | Pentax K100D Super |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-10-29 | 2007-06-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 lb) | 646 grams (1.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1129 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI109,4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $525 | $520 |