Nikon D100 vs Pentax KP

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon D100 versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and KP (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D100 was released 15 years prior to the KP and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the D100 matches up against the KP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D100 and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D100 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D100 has physical measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) while the Pentax KP has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon D100 versus Pentax KP in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D100 compared to the KP.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D100 and KP is 58 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D100 and KP.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax KP to render greater detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older D100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.