Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 660g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Released December 2006
- Newer Model is Pentax K100D S
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K100D, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both produced by Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and K100D (6MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe K-5 II was launched 6 years later than the K100D and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the K-5 II scores vs the K100D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K100D. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Pentax K100D
K-5 II | K100D | |||
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Released | June 2013 | December 2006 | More recent by 80 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 210k | Clearer display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D over the Pentax K-5 II
K100D | K-5 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K100D
K-5 II | K100D | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II provides external dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K100D has specifications of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Look at the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K100D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the K-5 II and the K100D.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and K100D is 60 and 64 respectively.
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 II and K100D.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 II to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher K-5 II should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax K100D Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Pentax K100D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-5 II | Pentax K100D |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-06-04 | 2006-12-03 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 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 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 pounds) | 660 grams (1.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1235 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $830 | $0 |