Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D
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Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Announced June 2016
- Refreshed by Pentax KF
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched June 2008
- Previous Model is Pentax K10D

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Pentax K-70 versus Pentax K20D, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are produced by Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and K20D (15MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The K-70 was released 8 years after the K20D which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the K-70 scores against the K20D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-70 & Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-70 Gallery & Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Pentax K20D
K-70 | K20D | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | ![]() | June 2008 | Newer by 97 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Pentax K-70
K20D | K-70 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-70 and Pentax K20D
K-70 | K20D | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-70 provides outside dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Pentax K-70 versus Pentax K20D in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the K-70 versus the K20D.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-70 and K20D is 62 and 59 respectively.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-70 and K20D.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax K-70 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger K-70 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-70 vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Pentax K-70 | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-70 | Pentax K20D |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-06-08 | 2008-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | PRIME MII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 688 gr (1.52 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $649 | $700 |