Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D
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Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 536g - 126 x 97 x 64mm
- Launched December 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon D40
- Updated by Nikon D3100
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 660g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Revealed December 2006
- Replacement is Pentax K100D S
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Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the D3000 (10MP) and K100D (6MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D3000 was unveiled 3 years later than the K100D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the D3000 matches up versus the K100D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3000 & Pentax K100D. The full galleries are available at Nikon D3000 Gallery & Pentax K100D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3000 over the Pentax K100D
| D3000 | K100D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2009 |  | December 2006 | More recent by 37 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 210k | Sharper screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D over the Nikon D3000
| K100D | D3000 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D3000 and Pentax K100D
| D3000 | K100D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D3000 has got outer dimensions of 126mm x 97mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D has proportions of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D3000 against the K100D.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D3000 and K100D is 69 and 64 respectively.
Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3000 and K100D.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon D3000 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D3000 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon D3000 vs Pentax K100D Specifications
| Nikon D3000 | Pentax K100D | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon D3000 | Pentax K100D |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2009-12-11 | 2006-12-03 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 6MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
| Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 210k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Highest video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 536 grams (1.18 lb) | 660 grams (1.46 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 126 x 97 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 62 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 563 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 500 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL9a | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $0 | $0 |
