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Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2

Portability
64
Imaging
45
Features
36
Overall
41
Pentax K100D front
 
Pentax ist DL2 front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
33
Overall
39

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs

Pentax K100D
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 660g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
  • Announced December 2006
  • Refreshed by Pentax K100D S
Pentax ist DL2
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Announced January 2006
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Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K100D (6MP) and the ist DL2 (6MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K100D was brought out 11 months later than the ist DL2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K100D scores against the ist DL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax K100D over the Pentax ist DL2

 K100D ist DL2 
AnnouncedDecember 2006January 2006Fresher by 11 months

Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Pentax K100D

 ist DL2 K100D 

Common features in the Pentax K100D and Pentax ist DL2

 K100D ist DL2 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.5"2.5"Same display measurement
Display resolution210k210kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K100D enjoys outer dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DL2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the K100D vs the ist DL2.

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K100D and ist DL2 is 64 and 69 respectively.

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 top view buttons comparison

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the K100D and ist DL2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger K100D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 sensor size comparison

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax K100D
Portrait photography with Pentax ist DL2
51
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
50
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Pentax K100D Street photography highlights
Pentax ist DL2 Street photography highlights
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed screen
heavier than competitors (660g)
60
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others (565 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Pentax K100D Sports photography info
Pentax ist DL2 Sports photography info
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect autofocus
no liveview
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
low MP (6MP)
38
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Pentax K100D as a Travel photography camera
Pentax ist DL2 as a Travel photography camera
42
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (660 grams)
low MP (6 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
52
lighter than others (565g)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax K100D as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax ist DL2 as a Landscape photography camera
52
has manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
no liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
46
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax K100D Vlogging details
Pentax ist DL2 Vlogging details
9
lack of video recording
22
lighter than others (565 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great ( pixels)
doesn't have mic port
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Pentax K100D vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K100D and Pentax ist DL2
 Pentax K100DPentax ist DL2
General Information
Company Pentax Pentax
Model type Pentax K100D Pentax ist DL2
Category Entry-Level DSLR Advanced DSLR
Announced 2006-12-03 2006-01-27
Body design Compact SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Full resolution 3008 x 2008 3008 x 2008
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 11 5
Lens
Lens mount type Pentax KAF Pentax KAF
Total lenses 151 151
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 2.5"
Display resolution 210 thousand dot 210 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical
Viewfinder coverage 96% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Max video resolution None -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 660 grams (1.46 pounds) 565 grams (1.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 65
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 639
Other
Battery ID 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $0 -