Pentax ist DS2 vs Sony A99

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax ist DS2 vs Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the ist DS2 (6MP) and A99 (24MP) and the ist DS2 (APS-C) and A99 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The ist DS2 was brought out 8 years earlier than the A99 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ist DS2 matches up versus the A99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax ist DS2 and Sony SLT-A99. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax ist DS2 provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax ist DS2 vs Sony A99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ist DS2 compared to the A99.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ist DS2 and A99 is 68 and 57 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ist DS2 and A99.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ist DS2 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A99 will offer you greater detail having its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ist DS2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.