Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33
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Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Newer Model is Pentax KF
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched August 2010
- Updated by Sony A35
Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax K-70 and Sony A33, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and A33 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe K-70 was released 5 years later than the A33 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the K-70 grades vs the A33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-70 and Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Sony A33
K-70 | A33 | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | August 2010 | More recent by 71 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Pentax K-70
A33 | K-70 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-70 and Sony A33
K-70 | A33 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-70 enjoys exterior measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-70 and Sony A33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the K-70 versus the A33.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-70 and A33 is 62 and 67 respectively.
Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-70 and A33.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K-70 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer K-70 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax K-70 vs Sony A33 Specifications
Pentax K-70 | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-70 | Sony SLT-A33 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2016-06-08 | 2010-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME MII | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 688g (1.52 lbs) | 500g (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 340 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
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/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $649 | $230 |