Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2

Below is a extended overview of the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are sold by Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-5 IIs was announced 7 years later than the ist DS2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the K-5 IIs grades against the ist DS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax ist DS2. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-5 IIs provides physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Pentax ist DS2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the K-5 IIs and the ist DS2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and ist DS2 is 60 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 IIs and ist DS2.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-5 IIs to resolve extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent K-5 IIs will have a benefit in sensor tech.