Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100
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![Pentax K-50 front Pentax K-50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-50/Pentax-K-50-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100/Sony-A100-front.jpg)
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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
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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).
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The 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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 size comparison Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-50-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-50-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-50-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-50 vs Sony A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-50-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |