Pentax KP vs Sony A99 II

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax KP versus Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the KP (24MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the KP (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The KP was unveiled 5 months after the A99 II so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the KP grades against the A99 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax KP & Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax KP Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax KP features outside dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the KP against the A99 II.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the KP and A99 II is 61 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the KP and A99 II.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The KP having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A99 II will deliver extra detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.