Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP
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![Pentax K-5 II front Pentax K-5 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-5-II/Pentax-K-5-II-front.jpg)
![Pentax KP front Pentax KP front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-KP/Pentax-KP-front.jpg)
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Released June 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-5 II versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both are sold by Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and KP (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The K-5 II was released 4 years before the KP which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the K-5 II grades against the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 II & Pentax KP. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Pentax KP
K-5 II | KP |
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Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Pentax K-5 II
KP | K-5 II | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 44 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax KP
K-5 II | KP | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 II provides physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
See the Pentax K-5 II versus Pentax KP in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the K-5 II vs the KP.
![Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP size comparison Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-II-vs-Pentax-KP-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and KP is 60 and 61 respectively.
![Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP top view buttons comparison Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-II-vs-Pentax-KP-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 II and KP.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax KP to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged K-5 II is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP sensor size comparison Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-5-II-vs-Pentax-KP-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-II-vs-Pentax-KP-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-5 II vs Pentax KP Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Pentax KP | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-5 II | Pentax KP |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-06-04 | 2017-01-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime II | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 819200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/24000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lbs) | 703 grams (1.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 390 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $830 | $747 |