Pentax K-S1 vs Pentax ist DS2

In this article, we are looking at the Pentax K-S1 vs Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both built by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-S1 was introduced 9 years later than the ist DS2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the K-S1 grades vs the ist DS2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-S1 and Pentax ist DS2. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-S1 Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-S1 has outer dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax ist DS2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-S1 vs Pentax ist DS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-S1 vs the ist DS2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-S1 and ist DS2 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-S1 and ist DS2.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K-S1 to produce greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger K-S1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.