Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K-7

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax K-7, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both built by Pentax. The resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-5 IIs was introduced 3 years later than the K-7 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the K-5 IIs scores vs the K-7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 IIs comes with exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K-7 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the K-5 IIs versus the K-7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and K-7 is 60 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and K-7.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax K-5 IIs to render greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger K-5 IIs will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.