Pentax K110D vs Pentax ist DS2

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax K110D vs Pentax ist DS2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K110D (6MP) and the ist DS2 (6MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K110D was revealed 10 months later than the ist DS2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K110D matches up versus the ist DS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K110D and Pentax ist DS2. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K110D Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K110D offers outside measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Pentax ist DS2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

See the Pentax K110D vs Pentax ist DS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the K110D compared to the ist DS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K110D and ist DS2 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K110D and ist DS2.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger K110D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.