Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-S2

Following is a thorough analysis of the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-5 was revealed 5 years earlier than the K-S2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the K-5 grades against the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 has physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the K-5 compared to the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and K-S2 is 60 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 and K-S2.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K-S2 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged K-5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.