Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A6600

In this article, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A6600, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-S2 (20MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-S2 was released 5 years earlier than the A6600 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the K-S2 scores against the A6600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-S2 and Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S2 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A6600 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the K-S2 versus the A6600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-S2 and A6600 is 64 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S2 and A6600.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony A6600 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged K-S2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.