Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax P70

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax K-5 II versus Pentax P70, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and P70 (12MP) and the K-5 II (APS-C) and P70 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The K-5 II was brought out 4 years after the P70 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-5 II matches up vs the P70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 II & Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II enjoys exterior measurements 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 P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the K-5 II versus the P70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and P70 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and P70.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-5 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-5 II will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer K-5 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.