Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A300

On this page, we are analyzing the Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A300, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and A300 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-S2 was manufactured 7 years later than the A300 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-S2 matches up against the A300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-S2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-S2 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-S2 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A300 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the K-S2 and the A300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and A300 is 64 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S2 and A300.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax K-S2 to result in extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent K-S2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.