Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand 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
- Announced June 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Announced February 2014
- New Model is Sony A7R II
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax K-5 IIs and Sony A7R, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the K-5 IIs (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe K-5 IIs was revealed 8 months prior to the A7R and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the K-5 IIs scores versus the A7R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 IIs and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Sony A7R
K-5 IIs | A7R |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Pentax K-5 IIs
A7R | K-5 IIs | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | June 2013 | More recent by 8 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 921k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-5 IIs and Sony A7R
K-5 IIs | A7R | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 IIs has got outside measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
See the Pentax K-5 IIs and Sony A7R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K-5 IIs against the A7R.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and A7R is 60 and 78 respectively.
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and A7R.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The K-5 IIs having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R will render more detail because of its extra 20MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older K-5 IIs will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Sony A7R Specifications
Pentax K-5 IIs | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-5 IIs | Sony Alpha A7R |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-06-04 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 151 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lb) | 465 grams (1.03 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.9 | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 1208 | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | 340 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $749 | $1,898 |