Pentax K-5 vs Sigma SD9

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax K-5 versus Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-5 was announced 8 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-5 grades against the SD9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 and Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-5 has got outer 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 Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-5 versus Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-5 vs the SD9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and SD9 is 60 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 and SD9.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 to render more detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent K-5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.