Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D 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
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Released November 2013
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Introduced May 2006

Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Overview
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).

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.

Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Pentax K110D
K-500 | K110D | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | May 2006 | Newer by 92 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper screen (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Pentax K-500
K110D | K-500 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Pentax K110D
K-500 | K110D | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Pentax K-500 and Pentax K110D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Sensor Comparison
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.

Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K110D Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Pentax K110D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-500 | Pentax K110D |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-11-27 | 2006-05-22 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | PRIME M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 51600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 646 grams (1.42 pounds) | 585 grams (1.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1087 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 710 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $600 | $1,000 |