Pentax KF vs Sony A55

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax KF and Sony A55, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the KF (24MP) and A55 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The KF was launched 12 years later than the A55 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the KF matches up versus the A55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax KF and Sony SLT-A55. The complete galleries are available at Pentax KF Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax KF offers outside measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A55 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Pentax KF and Sony A55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the KF and the A55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the KF and A55 is 63 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the KF and A55.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax KF to show more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer KF will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.