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Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14

Portability
60
Imaging
58
Features
82
Overall
67
Pentax K-5 II front
 
Sigma SD14 front
Portability
59
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs

Pentax K-5 II
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Superseded the Pentax K-5
Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Announced September 2006
  • Replaced the Sigma SD10
  • Refreshed by Sigma SD15
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Pentax K-5 II versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-5 II was released 6 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-5 II matches up vs the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Sigma SD14

 K-5 II SD14 
AnnouncedJune 2013September 2006Fresher by 82 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k150kClearer display (+771k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Pentax K-5 II

 SD14 K-5 II 

Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Sigma SD14

 K-5 II SD14 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II features exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K-5 II versus Sigma SD14 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the K-5 II versus the SD14.

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 II and SD14 is 60 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 top view buttons comparison

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and SD14.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax K-5 II to provide more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher K-5 II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 sensor size comparison

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax K-5 II Portrait photography factors
Sigma SD14 Portrait photography factors
74
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
49
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Pentax K-5 II Street photography highlights
Sigma SD14 Street photography highlights
67
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
no articulating screen
48
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax K-5 II as a Sports photography camera
Sigma SD14 as a Sports photography camera
79
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
comes with phase detect AF
29
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no liveview
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax K-5 II as a Travel photography camera
Sigma SD14 as a Travel photography camera
65
weather sealing
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have selfie friendly screen
42
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (5MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax K-5 II as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma SD14 as a Landscape photography camera
79
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
43
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
max ISO too low (800)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax K-5 II Vlogging information
Sigma SD14 Vlogging information
33
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external mic port
does not have selfie friendly screen
9
can't shoot video
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K-5 II and Sigma SD14
 Pentax K-5 IISigma SD14
General Information
Make Pentax Sigma
Model type Pentax K-5 II Sigma SD14
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2013-06-04 2006-09-26
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Prime II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.7mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 372.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 4928 x 3264 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 12800 800
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 1600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 11 -
Cross type focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support Pentax KAF2 Sigma SA
Amount of lenses 151 76
Crop factor 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 921 thousand dot 150 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 98%
Viewfinder magnification 0.61x 0.6x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 13.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 760 grams (1.68 pounds) 750 grams (1.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2")
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 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI90 -
Self timer Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $830 $198