Pentax K-70 vs Pentax KP

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Pentax K-70 vs Pentax KP

APS-C 366.6mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 102,400

Go in depth with our full Pentax K-70 Review.
How does it shoot? Pentax K-70 in the real world.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Pentax K-70 conclusion.

APS-C 366.6mm²
24.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 819,200

Go in depth with our full Pentax KP Review.
How does it shoot? Pentax KP in the real world.
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Differences

Pentax K-70 advantages over Pentax KP

Less expensive
$797 vs $999*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Fast startup
~1.00 vs 1.4 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
HDMI out
HDMI out vs None
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Pentax KP advantages over Pentax K-70

More cross-type AF points
25 vs 9
Cross-type AF points improve autofocus performance
More AF points
27 vs 11
More AF points improve autofocus
Faster JPEG shooting
7.1 fps vs 6.1 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
7.0 fps vs 6.1 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Faster shutter
1/24000 vs 1/6000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
819200 vs 102400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Both provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Pentaprism viewfinder
Both provide
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Huge bang for the buck; Great image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Fast autofocus; Good burst frame rate with deep buffer; Pentaprism viewfinder; Twin control dials; Articulated LCD; Comprehensive weather-sealing and freeze-proofing; Unbelievable wealth of rare to unique (yet very useful) features
Wi-Fi wireless communication is slow, clumsy and unintuitive; Video autofocus is prone to hunting or racking focus; Slow buffer clearing; Rather heavy for an entry-level DSLR; Autofocus and metering systems are a bit dated; Below average battery life
Read our Pentax K-70 Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Pentax KP, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Pentax KP Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Canon T6s

Pentax K-70

Canon T6s

$597
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$619
APS-C

Touchscreen
NFC

Compare Pentax K-70 vs Canon T6s

Pentax KP

Canon T6s

$999
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$619
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Pentax KP vs Canon T6s

Compared to Nikon D5600

Pentax K-70

Nikon D5600

$597
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1065
APS-C

Touchscreen
Fast startup

Compare Pentax K-70 vs Nikon D5600

Pentax KP

Nikon D5600

$999
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1065
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax KP vs Nikon D5600

Compared to Canon 77D

Pentax K-70

Canon 77D

$597
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$550
APS-C

Touchscreen
Fast startup

Compare Pentax K-70 vs Canon 77D

Pentax KP

Canon 77D

$999
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$550
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Pentax KP vs Canon 77D

Compared to Canon T7i

Pentax K-70

Canon T7i

$597
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$700
APS-C

Touchscreen
Fast startup

Compare Pentax K-70 vs Canon T7i

Pentax KP

Canon T7i

$999
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax KP vs Canon T7i

Compared to Nikon D7500

Pentax K-70

Nikon D7500

$597
APS-C

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$930
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-70 vs Nikon D7500

Pentax KP

Nikon D7500

$999
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$930
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax KP vs Nikon D7500

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