Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Following is a complete comparison of the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the K-5 IIs which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-5 grades vs the K-5 IIs in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 & Pentax K-5 IIs. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-5 enjoys external measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 IIs has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-5 IIs in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K-5 and the K-5 IIs.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 and K-5 IIs is 60 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 and K-5 IIs.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged K-5 will be behind in sensor technology.