Pentax K-50 vs Pentax KF

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Pentax K-50 and Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and they are both produced by Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-50 (16MP) and KF (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-50 was released 10 years earlier than the KF which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the K-50 scores vs the KF in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-50 & Pentax KF. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-50 Gallery & Pentax KF Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-50 offers external measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Pentax KF has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-50 and Pentax KF in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the K-50 versus the KF.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the K-50 and KF is 63 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-50 and KF.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax KF to provide more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged K-50 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.