Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9
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![Pentax K-5 IIs front Pentax K-5 IIs front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-5-IIs/Pentax-K-5-IIs-front.jpg)
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase 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
- Succeeded the Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Revealed November 2002
- Later Model is Sigma SD10
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The K-5 IIs was launched 10 years after the SD9 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the K-5 IIs scores vs the SD9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 IIs and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Sigma SD9
K-5 IIs | SD9 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | November 2002 | Newer by 129 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 130k | Crisper display (+791k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Pentax K-5 IIs
SD9 | K-5 IIs |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 IIs and Sigma SD9
K-5 IIs | SD9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K-5 IIs enjoys outside dimensions 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 Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Sigma SD9 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the K-5 IIs vs the SD9.
![Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 size comparison Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-IIs-vs-Sigma-SD9-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and SD9 is 60 and 54 respectively.
![Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 top view buttons comparison Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-IIs-vs-Sigma-SD9-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 IIs and SD9.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 IIs to provide more detail utilizing its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher K-5 IIs should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 sensor size comparison Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-5-IIs-vs-Sigma-SD9-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sigma SD9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-5-IIs-vs-Sigma-SD9-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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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 Sigma SD9 Specifications
Pentax K-5 IIs | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax K-5 IIs | Sigma SD9 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-06-04 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2268 x 1512 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 151 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 1.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760g (1.68 pounds) | 950g (2.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1208 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $749 | $3,001 |