Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15
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Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Launched December 2010
- Succeeded the Pentax K-7
- Replacement is Pentax K-5 IIs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma SD14
Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Pentax K-5 versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe K-5 was introduced 11 months after the SD15 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K-5 grades versus the SD15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 & Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-5 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Sigma SD15
K-5 | SD15 | |||
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Introduced | December 2010 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Pentax K-5
SD15 | K-5 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 and Sigma SD15
K-5 | SD15 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-5 has physical measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-5 versus Sigma SD15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the K-5 vs the SD15.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 and SD15 is 60 and 59 respectively.
Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 and SD15.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax K-5 to resolve greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern K-5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Pentax K-5 | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax K-5 | Sigma SD15 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-12-18 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | True 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 area | 372.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 151 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1162 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $800 | $1,500 |