Pentax K-S1 vs Sony A700
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Pentax K-S1 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Released August 2014
- Refreshed by Pentax K-S2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Revealed December 2007
- Old Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Refreshed by Sony A77
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Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax K-S1 and Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and A700 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe K-S1 was brought out 6 years after the A700 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the K-S1 scores vs the A700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Sony A700
| K-S1 | A700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2014 |  | December 2007 | More modern by 82 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Pentax K-S1
| A700 | K-S1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax K-S1 and Sony A700
| K-S1 | A700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-S1 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the K-S1 vs the A700.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the K-S1 and A700 is 69 and 58 respectively.
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S1 and A700.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax K-S1 to result in greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent K-S1 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Pentax K-S1 vs Sony A700 Specifications
| Pentax K-S1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax K-S1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2014-08-27 | 2007-12-19 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Prime MII | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4272 x 2848 |
| Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.6x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.4 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| 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 | 558g (1.23 lb) | 768g (1.69 lb) |
| Dimensions | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 78 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | 11.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1061 | 581 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 410 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI109 | NP-FM500H |
| Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
| Card slots | One | Dual |
| Cost at launch | $339 | $1,000 |
