Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D
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Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-30
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Launched May 2006

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Pentax K-50 versus Pentax K110D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the K-50 (16MP) and K110D (6MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The K-50 was manufactured 7 years later than the K110D and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K-50 matches up against the K110D for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-50 and Pentax K110D. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-50 Gallery and Pentax K110D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Pentax K110D
K-50 | K110D | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | May 2006 | Fresher by 92 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Pentax K-50
K110D | K-50 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-50 and Pentax K110D
K-50 | K110D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-50 enjoys physical measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Pentax K110D has specifications of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K-50 versus Pentax K110D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the K-50 against the K110D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-50 and K110D is 63 and 67 respectively.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-50 and K110D.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-50 to offer greater detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent K-50 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K110D Specifications
Pentax K-50 | Pentax K110D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-50 | Pentax K110D |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-27 | 2006-05-22 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | PRIME M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 gr (1.43 pounds) | 585 gr (1.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1120 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $610 | $1,000 |