Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100
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Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Old Model is Pentax K-30
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2006
- Old Model is Konica Minolta 5D
- Replacement is Sony A550
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Pentax K-50 versus Sony A100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the K-50 (16MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe K-50 was released 7 years after the A100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-50 matches up vs the A100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-50 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-50 Gallery & Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Sony A100
K-50 | A100 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | July 2006 | More modern by 90 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Pentax K-50
A100 | K-50 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-50 and Sony A100
K-50 | A100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-50 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Sony A100 has dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax K-50 versus Sony A100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the K-50 and the A100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-50 and A100 is 63 and 64 respectively.
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-50 and A100.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax K-50 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger K-50 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Specifications
Pentax K-50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-50 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-27 | 2006-07-31 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 lb) | 638 grams (1.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 79 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1120 | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $610 | $1,000 |