Pentax K-S1 vs Sigma SD14

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-S1 and Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and SD14 (5MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-S1 was launched 8 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the K-S1 scores vs the SD14 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S1 and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-S1 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-S1 features external measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-S1 and Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the K-S1 and the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-S1 and SD14 is 69 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S1 and SD14.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax K-S1 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent K-S1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.