Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs
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Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Introduced March 2008
- Replaced the Nikon D200
- Renewed by Nikon D300S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Announced June 2013
- Old Model is Pentax K-5
Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon D300 and Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the D300 (12MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe D300 was launched 6 years prior to the K-5 IIs which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the D300 scores vs the K-5 IIs in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D300 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D300 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Pentax K-5 IIs
D300 | K-5 IIs | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Nikon D300
K-5 IIs | D300 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | March 2008 | More modern by 63 months |
Common features in the Nikon D300 and Pentax K-5 IIs
D300 | K-5 IIs | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D300 comes with exterior dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 IIs has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D300 and Pentax K-5 IIs in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D300 against the K-5 IIs.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D300 and K-5 IIs is 55 and 60 respectively.
Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D300 and K-5 IIs.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 IIs to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged D300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D300 vs Pentax K-5 IIs Specifications
Nikon D300 | Pentax K-5 IIs | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D300 | Pentax K-5 IIs |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-03-12 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 925g (2.04 lbs) | 760g (1.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 67 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 679 | 1208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 pictures | 980 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,100 | $749 |