Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs
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Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Introduced November 2009
- Succeeded the Nikon D300
- Updated by Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-5
Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon D300S and Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the D300S (12MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe D300S was introduced 4 years prior to the K-5 IIs which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the D300S scores against the K-5 IIs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D300S & Pentax K-5 IIs. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D300S Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Pentax K-5 IIs
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Nikon D300S
K-5 IIs | D300S | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | November 2009 | More modern by 43 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D300S and Pentax K-5 IIs
D300S | K-5 IIs | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D300S enjoys external measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 IIs has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D300S and Pentax K-5 IIs in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the D300S compared to the K-5 IIs.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D300S and K-5 IIs is 55 and 60 respectively.
Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D300S and K-5 IIs.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax K-5 IIs to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged D300S will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-5 IIs Specifications
Nikon D300S | Pentax K-5 IIs | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D300S | Pentax K-5 IIs |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-11-16 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 938 grams (2.07 pounds) | 760 grams (1.68 pounds) |
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 All around score | 70 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 787 | 1208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photographs | 980 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL3e | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,630 | $749 |