Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S
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Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Newer Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Launched June 2007
- Succeeded the Pentax K100D
- Replacement is Pentax K200D

Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the K-7 (15MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The K-7 was revealed 2 years after the K100D S which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the K-7 matches up against the K100D S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-7 and Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-7 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Pentax K100D S
K-7 | K100D S | |||
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Launched | October 2009 | ![]() | June 2007 | More modern by 28 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Pentax K-7
K100D S | K-7 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-7 and Pentax K100D S
K-7 | K100D S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-7 has got outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) while the Pentax K100D S has specifications of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the K-7 vs the K100D S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-7 and K100D S is 60 and 65 respectively.

Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-7 and K100D S.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-7 to give you extra detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer K-7 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-7 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Pentax K-7 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-7 | Pentax K100D Super |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-10-02 | 2007-06-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4672 x 3104 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 750g (1.65 lb) | 646g (1.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 61 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $599 | $520 |