Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Replaced the Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched August 2005
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Overview
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.
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Pentax ist DS2
K-5 IIs | ist DS2 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2005 | More recent by 95 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper screen (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Pentax K-5 IIs
ist DS2 | K-5 IIs |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 IIs and Pentax ist DS2
K-5 IIs | ist DS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
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Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and ist DS2 is 60 and 68 respectively.
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 sensor size comparison Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-5-IIs-vs-Pentax-ist-DS2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
Pentax K-5 IIs | Pentax ist DS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-5 IIs | Pentax ist DS2 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-06-04 | 2005-08-22 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.64x |
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 | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 gr (1.68 lb) | 605 gr (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 photographs | - |
Style 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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $749 | - |