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Pentax KF vs Sony A350

Portability
63
Imaging
73
Features
81
Overall
76
Pentax KF front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 front
Portability
62
Imaging
53
Features
47
Overall
50

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Key Specs

Pentax KF
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 684g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
  • Launched November 2022
  • Previous Model is Pentax K-70
Sony A350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
  • Announced June 2008
  • Renewed by Sony A380
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Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Overview

Here, we are looking at the Pentax KF and Sony A350, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the KF (24MP) and A350 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The KF was announced 14 years after the A350 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the KF grades versus the A350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax KF over the Sony A350

 KF A350 
AnnouncedNovember 2022June 2008More modern by 176 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display size3.00"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Pentax KF

 A350 KF 

Common features in the Pentax KF and Sony A350

 KF A350 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax KF provides exterior dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs) and the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax KF and Sony A350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the KF against the A350.

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the KF and A350 is 63 and 62 respectively.

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 top view buttons comparison

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the KF and A350.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax KF to deliver more detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent KF is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 sensor size comparison

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax KF Portrait photography information
Sony A350 Portrait photography information
83
focusing manually
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW files
71
has manual focus
good MP (14MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax KF
Street photography with Sony A350
73
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
good ISO range (102,400)
more heavy than competitors in class (684 grams)
66
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
heavier than average in class (674g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax KF Sports photography information
Sony A350 Sports photography information
75
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect auto focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
low battery (410 per charge)
66
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (14MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
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Travel Comparison

Pentax KF Travel photography info
Sony A350 Travel photography info
66
environment proofing
MP count decent (24MP)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
low battery (410 shots)
more heavy than competitors in class (684g)
51
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (674 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax KF Landscape photography information
Sony A350 Landscape photography information
80
focusing manually
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (102,400)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
low battery (410 shots)
64
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax KF Vlogging details
Sony A350 Vlogging details
73
screen is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has external microphone jack
more heavy than competitors in class (684 grams)
9
can't shoot video
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Pentax KF vs Sony A350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax KF and Sony A350
 Pentax KFSony Alpha DSLR-A350
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Sony
Model Pentax KF Sony Alpha DSLR-A350
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2022-11-09 2008-06-06
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 102400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 11 9
Cross focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount Pentax KAF2 Sony/Minolta Alpha
Amount of lenses 161 143
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.00" 2.7"
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x 0.49x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/6000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 684 grams (1.51 pounds) 674 grams (1.49 pounds)
Physical dimensions 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 65
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 595
Other
Battery life 410 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model D-LI109 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $850 $600