Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-900mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 541g - 114 x 78 x 95mm
- Revealed February 2016
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon B500 versus Pentax ist DL2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the B500 (16MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the B500 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe B500 was unveiled 10 years after the ist DL2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the B500 scores versus the ist DL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Pentax ist DL2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B500 over the Pentax ist DL2
B500 | ist DL2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2006 | Newer by 123 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 210k | Clearer display (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Nikon B500
ist DL2 | B500 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon B500 and Pentax ist DL2
B500 | ist DL2 | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B500 has external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon B500 versus Pentax ist DL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the B500 compared to the ist DL2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and ist DL2 is 68 and 69 respectively.
Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and ist DL2.
Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The B500 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon B500 will result in more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent B500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon B500 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B500 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B500 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2006-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens focal range | 23-900mm (39.1x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.4 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 541g (1.19 pounds) | 565g (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 78 x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | - |