Pentax K100D S vs Sony A380

Let's look more closely at the Pentax K100D S versus Sony A380, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and A380 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K100D S was brought out 3 years before the A380 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K100D S matches up versus the A380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K100D Super and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K100D S offers outside dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Check the Pentax K100D S versus Sony A380 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the K100D S and the A380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K100D S and A380 is 65 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K100D S and A380.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A380 to result in greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged K100D S will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.