Let’s compare the Sony A6500 vs Pentax K-70. The Pentax is a DSLR that costs way less, while the A6500 is an advanced mirrorless with features such as 4K video, 425 AF points etc.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
Sony A6500 Pentax K-70 Megapixels 24.2 24.2 Sensor Type CMOS CMOS Sensor Format APS-C APS-C Crop Factor 1.5x 1.5x AA Filter Yes On/Off Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000 Body Image Stabilization Yes - 5-Axis Yes Lens Mount Sony E Pentax K ISO 100 - 25,600 100 - 102,400 Expanded ISO 51,200 None AF Points 425 11 Cross-type AF Points 425 phase 9 Continuous Mode 11fps 6fps LCD 3.0" - Articulating 3.0" - Fully Articulated LCD Resolution 921,600 dots 921,600 dots Touchscreen Yes No Focus Peaking Yes Yes Top LCD Display No No Viewfinder Type EVF Optical Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100% Viewfinder Magnification 1.07x 0.95x Video Resolution 3840x2160 (30/25/24p) 1920x1080 (60i/50i/30/25/24p) 1920x1080 (120/100/60/50p) 1280x720 (60/50p) Microphone Jack Yes Yes Headphone Jack No No Memory Card Type SD or MS Pro SD Dual Card Slots No No SD UHS Support UHS-I UHS-I Fastest Shutter Speed 1/4000 1/6000 Slowest Shutter Speed 30" 30" Bulb Mode Yes Yes JPEG Buffer Size 231 47 RAW Buffer Size 110 11 Time Lapse Yes Yes Built-in Flash Yes Yes Max Flash Sync Speed 1/160 1/180 Startup Time 1.3s 1.0s Built-in Wi-Fi Yes Yes Built-in GPS No No Built- in NFC Yes No Bluetooth No No USB Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0 Environmentally Sealed Yes Yes Battery Life (CIPA) 350 shots 410 shots Battery Included Yes (NP-FW50) Yes (D-LI109) Weight 16.0 oz (453g) 23.9 oz (678g) Size 4.7 x 2.6 x 2.1" 4.9 x 3.7 x 2.9" Price Amazon Amazon Release Date 2016 2016
Sony A6500 Advantages:
- AF Points – 425 vs 11.
- Continuous mode – 11fps vs 6fps. More is better for sports and wildlife since you have more chances of getting a tack sharp shot.
- Touchscreen Support
- Viewfinder Magnification – Higher magnification.
- Video Resolution – 4K video available.
- JPEG Buffer Size – 231 vs 47. Useful for long bursts.
- RAW Buffer Size – 110 vs 11.
- Built-in NFC
- Weight – The Sony A6500 weighs 225g less.
- Size – The Sony A6500 is noticeably smaller.
The more expensive A6500 has an AF system with a ton more points, is almost twice as fast in burst mode, supports touchscreen, 4K video recording and has a way bigger buffer. It’s also smaller and lighter!
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
Pentax K-70 Advantages:
- AA Filter – You can turn it on and off.
- ISO – 102,400 vs 51,200. Higher maximum ISO sensitivity.
- LCD – It’s fully articulated.
- Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/6000 vs 1/4000.
- Max Flash Sync Speed – 1/180 vs /160.
- Battery Life – 410 shots vs 350 shots.
- Less Expensive – The K-70 costs around $800 less
The K-70 has a slightly longer battery life, an articulating LCD screen and 1 stop higher ISO. It’s a lot cheaper too!
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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