Pentax K-5 vs Sony A380

In this write-up, we are looking at the Pentax K-5 versus Sony A380, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-5 was announced 17 months after the A380 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the K-5 scores against the A380 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 has got physical measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-5 versus Sony A380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the K-5 vs the A380.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and A380 is 60 and 68 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 and A380.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher K-5 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.