Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Introduced October 2019
- Succeeded the Sony A9
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the K-500 (16MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the K-500 (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe K-500 was unveiled 6 years before the A9 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the K-500 scores vs the A9 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-500 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-500 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Sony A9 II
K-500 | A9 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Pentax K-500
A9 II | K-500 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | November 2013 | More modern by 71 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 921k | Clearer display (+519k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Sony A9 II
K-500 | A9 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-500 has got exterior dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Sony A9 II has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check the Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-500 compared to the A9 II.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-500 and A9 II is 64 and 62 respectively.
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-500 and A9 II.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-500 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A9 II will result in extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-500 | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-27 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | PRIME M | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51600 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 693 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
Total lenses | 151 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,686 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 646 grams (1.42 lb) | 678 grams (1.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
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 | 690 images |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail price | $600 | $4,498 |