Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A68

The following is a extensive overview of the Pentax K-S2 and Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-S2 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-S2 was launched 8 months earlier than the A68 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the K-S2 grades vs the A68 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-S2 and Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-S2 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony A68 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the K-S2 vs the A68.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and A68 is 64 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S2 and A68.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A68 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged K-S2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.