Pentax K100D S vs Sony NEX-6

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax K100D S versus Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K100D S was revealed 6 years before the NEX-6 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K100D S scores versus the NEX-6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K100D Super and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The full galleries are available at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K100D S features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K100D S versus Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the K100D S vs the NEX-6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K100D S and NEX-6 is 65 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K100D S and NEX-6.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony NEX-6 to provide more detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older K100D S will be behind with regard to sensor technology.