Pentax K110D vs Sony A35

In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax K110D versus Sony A35, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the K110D (6MP) and A35 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K110D was brought out 6 years earlier than the A35 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the K110D scores against the A35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K110D & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K110D Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K110D features physical dimensions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the K110D and the A35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K110D and A35 is 67 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K110D and A35.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A35 to provide more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged K110D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.