Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2
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72 Overall
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![Nikon D3300 front Nikon D3300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon_D3300_0.jpg)
![Pentax K-S2 front Pentax K-S2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-S2/Pentax-K-S2-front.jpg)
64 Imaging
64 Features
82 Overall
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Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 430g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Launched April 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon D3200
- Updated by Nikon D3400
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-S1
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Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon D3300 versus Pentax K-S2, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D3300 (24MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
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The D3300 was manufactured 9 months prior to the K-S2 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the D3300 grades vs the K-S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3300 & Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D3300 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3300 over the Pentax K-S2
D3300 | K-S2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Nikon D3300
K-S2 | D3300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | April 2014 | More recent by 9 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D3300 and Pentax K-S2
D3300 | K-S2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | The same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D3300 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has sizing of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D3300 versus Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the D3300 versus the K-S2.
![Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 size comparison Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3300-vs-Pentax-K-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3300 and K-S2 is 69 and 64 respectively.
![Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 top view buttons comparison Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3300-vs-Pentax-K-S2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3300 and K-S2.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon D3300 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older D3300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 sensor size comparison Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D3300-vs-Pentax-K-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3300-vs-Pentax-K-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Nikon D3300 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D3300 | Pentax K-S2 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2014-04-21 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 5.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p fps), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 lbs) | 678g (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1385 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 410 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14a | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | $581 |