Pentax K-70 vs Pentax ist DL2

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax K-70 vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both built by Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-70 was revealed 10 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the K-70 matches up versus the ist DL2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-70 and Pentax ist DL2. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-70 provides outside dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-70 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-70 versus the ist DL2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-70 and ist DL2 is 62 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-70 and ist DL2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-70 to produce extra detail because of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer K-70 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.