Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax KP

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.

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.

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.

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.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and KP is 60 and 61 respectively.

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.