Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Released February 2016
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006
Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the B700 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe B700 was brought out 10 years after the ist DL2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the B700 matches up vs the ist DL2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
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Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Pentax ist DL2
B700 | ist DL2 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | January 2006 | Newer by 123 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 210k | Clearer screen (+711k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Nikon B700
ist DL2 | B700 |
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Common features in the Nikon B700 and Pentax ist DL2
B700 | ist DL2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B700 has exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check the Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the B700 compared to the ist DL2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and ist DL2 is 65 and 69 respectively.
Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and ist DL2.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The B700 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon B700 will offer you more detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern B700 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon B700 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B700 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix B700 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2016-02-23 | 2006-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 921k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | - |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 565 gr (1.25 lb) | 565 gr (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 350 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | 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 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | - |