Pentax K100D S vs Sony A230

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax K100D S vs Sony A230, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and A230 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K100D S was brought out 23 months earlier than the A230 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the K100D S grades vs the A230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K100D Super and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K100D S provides outer measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Sony A230 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K100D S vs Sony A230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the K100D S vs the A230.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K100D S and A230 is 65 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K100D S and A230.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A230 to give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged K100D S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.