Reasons to choose K-5 II
Released in 2012, K-5 II has about 372 mm² of sensor area, 16.3 MP effective resolution, and a 760 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The K-5 II and Optio LS465 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The K-5 II and Optio LS465 have the same sensor area. The Optio LS465 has the lighter body. The K-5 II has the higher effective resolution. The K-5 II and Optio LS465 were both released in 2012. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2012, K-5 II has about 372 mm² of sensor area, 16.3 MP effective resolution, and a 760 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2012, Optio LS465 has about 372 mm² of sensor area, 16 MP effective resolution, and a 650 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.