Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Key Specs
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- 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
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Updated by Pentax K-5
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax K-500 versus Pentax K-7, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K-500 was manufactured 4 years later than the K-7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-500 grades against the K-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-500 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-500 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Pentax K-7
K-500 | K-7 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | October 2009 | More recent by 51 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Pentax K-500
K-7 | K-500 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Pentax K-7
K-500 | K-7 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-500 offers outer measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax K-500 versus Pentax K-7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the K-500 and the K-7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-500 and K-7 is 64 and 60 respectively.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-500 and K-7.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K-500 to give greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher K-500 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K-7 Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Pentax K-7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-500 | Pentax K-7 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-27 | 2009-10-02 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME M | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 2000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | TFT color LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 646g (1.42 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 1087 | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 710 photos | 980 photos |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $600 | $599 |