Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-500 and Pentax K110D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the K-500 (16MP) and K110D (6MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-500 was introduced 7 years after the K110D which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the K-500 scores versus the K110D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-500 & Pentax K110D. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-500 Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K-500 has external measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Pentax K110D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the K-500 against the K110D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-500 and K110D is 64 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-500 and K110D.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Pentax K-500 to show extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger K-500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.