Nikon D3400 vs Pentax ist DL2

Here is a extended overview of the Nikon D3400 versus Pentax ist DL2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the D3400 (24MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D3400 was released 10 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D3400 matches up against the ist DL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3400 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D3400 versus the ist DL2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D3400 and ist DL2 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3400 and ist DL2.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D3400 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent D3400 will have an edge in sensor tech.