Pentax K110D vs Sony A100
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![Pentax K110D front Pentax K110D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Pentax-K110D-ek-fs.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100/Sony-A100-front.jpg)
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Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Revealed May 2006
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Revealed July 2006
- Earlier Model is Konica Minolta 5D
- Updated by Sony A550
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Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Pentax K110D versus Sony A100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the K110D (6MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The K110D was revealed 2 months before the A100 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the K110D scores versus the A100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K110D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The full galleries are available at Pentax K110D Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Sony A100
K110D | A100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Pentax K110D
A100 | K110D | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K110D and Sony A100
K110D | A100 | |||
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Revealed | May 2006 | ![]() | July 2006 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K110D comes with outer measurements of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony A100 has sizing of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
See the Pentax K110D versus Sony A100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the K110D and the A100.
![Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 size comparison Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K110D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K110D and A100 is 67 and 64 respectively.
![Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 top view buttons comparison Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K110D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K110D and A100.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A100 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.
![Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 sensor size comparison Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K110D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K110D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K110D vs Sony A100 Specifications
Pentax K110D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K110D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2006-05-22 | 2006-07-31 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 210 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 585 gr (1.29 pounds) | 638 gr (1.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,000 | $1,000 |