Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K-S2

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Pentax. The resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The K-5 II was launched 20 months earlier than the K-S2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the K-5 II scores against the K-S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-5 II features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K-S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-5 II against the K-S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and K-S2 is 60 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 II and K-S2.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-S2 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged K-5 II is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.