Pentax K-500 vs Sony A33

Here is a extended assessment of the Pentax K-500 and Sony A33, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-500 was revealed 3 years later than the A33 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the K-500 matches up versus the A33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-500 & Sony SLT-A33. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-500 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-500 has exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the K-500 versus the A33.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-500 and A33 is 64 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-500 and A33.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax K-500 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer K-500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.