Pentax K-50 vs Sony A450

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-50 and Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-50 (16MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-50 was introduced 3 years later than the A450 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the K-50 matches up versus the A450 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-50 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-50 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax K-50 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-50 against the A450.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-50 and A450 is 63 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K-50 and A450.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax K-50 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent K-50 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.