Pentax ist DL2 vs Sony A330

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax ist DL2 vs Sony A330, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the ist DL2 (6MP) and A330 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The ist DL2 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A330 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ist DL2 grades versus the A330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax ist DL2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The full galleries are available at Pentax ist DL2 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax ist DL2 has got outside dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax ist DL2 vs Sony A330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ist DL2 against the A330.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ist DL2 and A330 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ist DL2 and A330.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A330 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ist DL2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.