Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14
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Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(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- Superseded the Pentax K-5
(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

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).

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.

Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 II & Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Sigma SD14
K-5 II | SD14 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 82 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 150k | Clearer display (+771k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Pentax K-5 II
SD14 | K-5 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 II and Sigma SD14
K-5 II | SD14 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Pentax K-5 II | Sigma SD14 | |
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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 |