Nikon 1 S2 vs Pentax K-500

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon 1 S2 vs Pentax K-500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the 1 S2 (1") and K-500 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The 1 S2 was revealed 6 months after the K-500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the 1 S2 scores versus the K-500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 and Pentax K-500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 comes with exterior dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S2 vs Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 S2 and the K-500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S2 and K-500 is 93 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and K-500.

Clearly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S2 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-500 will give you extra detail because of its extra 1.8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.