Pentax K100D S vs Pentax KP

Let's look more closely at the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax KP, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are built by Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and KP (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K100D S was released 10 years earlier than the KP which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the K100D S grades versus the KP for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K100D Super & Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K100D S Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K100D S has exterior measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Pentax KP has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax KP in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the K100D S and the KP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K100D S and KP is 65 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K100D S and KP.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax KP to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged K100D S is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.