Pentax K-5 II vs Sony A99 II

Below, we are matching up the Pentax K-5 II and Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the K-5 II (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The K-5 II was manufactured 4 years before the A99 II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K-5 II grades vs the A99 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 II & Sony Alpha A99 II. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about 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") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 II has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-5 II and Sony A99 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the K-5 II and the A99 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the K-5 II and A99 II is 60 and 57 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and A99 II.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-5 II due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A99 II will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged K-5 II will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.