Pentax K100D vs Pentax KP

Below, we are contrasting the Pentax K100D versus Pentax KP, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the K100D (6MP) and KP (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K100D was introduced 11 years prior to the KP which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the K100D matches up against the KP with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K100D & Pentax KP. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K100D Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K100D comes with outer measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the K100D and the KP.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the K100D and KP is 64 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K100D and KP.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax KP to provide you with extra detail using its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged K100D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.