Pentax KP vs Sony A77
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Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Announced January 2017
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 16000 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Previous Model is Sony A700
- Refreshed by Sony A77 II
Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax KP versus Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the KP (24MP) and the A77 (24MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe KP was unveiled 5 years after the A77 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the KP scores vs the A77 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax KP & Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are provided at Pentax KP Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Sony A77
KP | A77 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | October 2011 | Newer by 64 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Pentax KP
A77 | KP | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Pentax KP and Sony A77
KP | A77 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax KP features outside measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A77 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax KP versus Sony A77 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the KP vs the A77.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the KP and A77 is 61 and 59 respectively.
Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the KP and A77.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent KP should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax KP vs Sony A77 Specifications
Pentax KP | Sony SLT-A77 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax KP | Sony SLT-A77 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2017-01-26 | 2011-10-25 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | PRIME IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 819200 | 16000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 27 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/24000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 703 gr (1.55 pounds) | 732 gr (1.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 801 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 photographs | 470 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI109 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $747 | $900 |