Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K-S2

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon D3200 versus Pentax K-S2, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D3200 (24MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D3200 was brought out 3 years earlier than the K-S2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D3200 matches up vs the K-S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3200 and Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D3200 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D3200 enjoys physical measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has sizing of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D3200 and the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D3200 and K-S2 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D3200 and K-S2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon D3200 to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older D3200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.