Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-70

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-70, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the D300S (12MP) and K-70 (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D300S was introduced 7 years before the K-70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D300S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D300S scores vs the K-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D300S and Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D300S Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D300S features external dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D300S compared to the K-70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D300S and K-70 is 55 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D300S and K-70.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-70 to result in more detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged D300S will be behind with regard to sensor technology.