Pentax ist DS2 vs Sony A9

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax ist DS2 vs Sony A9, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the ist DS2 (6MP) and A9 (24MP) and the ist DS2 (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The ist DS2 was introduced 12 years before the A9 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ist DS2 scores against the A9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax ist DS2 and Sony Alpha A9. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax ist DS2 provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ist DS2 compared to the A9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ist DS2 and A9 is 68 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ist DS2 and A9.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ist DS2 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A9 will give you greater detail using its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged ist DS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.