Pentax KP vs Sony A77 II

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax KP and Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the KP (24MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The KP was manufactured 2 years later than the A77 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the KP grades versus the A77 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax KP & Sony SLT-A77 II. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax KP Gallery & Sony A77 II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax KP provides outer dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax KP and Sony A77 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the KP versus the A77 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the KP and A77 II is 61 and 62 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the KP and A77 II.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger KP is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.