Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K-70

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax K-7 versus Pentax K-70, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both manufactured by Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-7 (15MP) and K-70 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-7 was revealed 7 years earlier than the K-70 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-7 matches up versus the K-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-7 and Pentax K-70. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-7 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-7 has exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-7 versus Pentax K-70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the K-7 vs the K-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-7 and K-70 is 60 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-7 and K-70.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-70 to offer more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older K-7 is going to be behind in sensor technology.