Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Launched June 2013
- Superseded the Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Launched May 2006

Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Pentax K110D, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are offered by Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and K110D (6MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The K-5 IIs was introduced 7 years later than the K110D and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the K-5 IIs scores versus the K110D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 IIs & Pentax K110D. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Pentax K110D
K-5 IIs | K110D | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | May 2006 | More recent by 86 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Pentax K-5 IIs
K110D | K-5 IIs |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax K110D
K-5 IIs | K110D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-5 IIs enjoys outer 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 Pentax K110D has dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Pentax K110D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-5 IIs vs the K110D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and K110D is 60 and 67 respectively.

Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and K110D.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax K-5 IIs to give you extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer K-5 IIs provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax K110D Specifications
Pentax K-5 IIs | Pentax K110D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-5 IIs | Pentax K110D |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-06-04 | 2006-05-22 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lbs) | 585 grams (1.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1208 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $749 | $1,000 |