Pentax K-5 II vs Sigma SD15

Lets examine more in depth at the Pentax K-5 II versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-5 II was unveiled 3 years after the SD15 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the K-5 II scores vs the SD15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 II and Sigma SD15. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 II has exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-5 II versus Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the K-5 II and the SD15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 II and SD15 is 60 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and SD15.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K-5 II to produce greater detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern K-5 II will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.