Pentax K100D S vs Pentax ist DL2

Lets look closer at the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax ist DL2, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Pentax. The resolution of the K100D S (6MP) and the ist DL2 (6MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K100D S was introduced 18 months after the ist DL2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the K100D S matches up vs the ist DL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K100D Super & Pentax ist DL2. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K100D S Gallery & Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K100D S provides external measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax ist DL2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the K100D S against the ist DL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K100D S and ist DL2 is 65 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K100D S and ist DL2.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher K100D S is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.