Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450
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![Pentax K-500 front Pentax K-500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-500/Pentax-K-500-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-ek-fn.jpg)
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 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
- Revealed November 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The K-500 was manufactured 3 years after the A450 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-500 scores against the A450 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-500 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-500 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Sony A450
K-500 | A450 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Pentax K-500
A450 | K-500 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Sony A450
K-500 | A450 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-500 provides physical measurements 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 A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-500 and the A450.
![Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 size comparison Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-500-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-500 and A450 is 64 and 65 respectively.
![Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 top view buttons comparison Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-500-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-500 and A450.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax K-500 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher K-500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 sensor size comparison Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-500-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-500-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A450-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K-500 vs Sony A450 Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-500 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-11-27 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME M | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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) | - |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 646g (1.42 pounds) | 560g (1.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | 1087 | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 710 pictures | 1050 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $600 | $1,241 |