Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S
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Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D3100
- Newer Model is Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Introduced June 2007
- Old Model is Pentax K100D
- Later Model is Pentax K200D

Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon D3200 and Pentax K100D S, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and K100D S (6MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The D3200 was launched 5 years after the K100D S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the D3200 grades vs the K100D S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3200 and Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D3200 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Pentax K100D S
D3200 | K100D S | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | June 2007 | More modern by 62 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper screen (+711k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Nikon D3200
K100D S | D3200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D3200 and Pentax K100D S
D3200 | K100D S | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D3200 features 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) while the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D3200 and Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D3200 and the K100D S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3200 and K100D S is 67 and 65 respectively.

Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D3200 and K100D S.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D3200 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher D3200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D3200 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Nikon D3200 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D3200 | Pentax K100D Super |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-07-25 | 2007-06-28 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 505g (1.11 lb) | 646g (1.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 81 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1131 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $530 | $520 |