Nikon D3500 vs Pentax KF

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon D3500 and Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D3500 (24MP) and the KF (24MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The D3500 was launched 5 years before the KF which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D3500 scores versus the KF in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D3500 & Pentax KF. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D3500 Gallery & Pentax KF Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D3500 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Pentax KF has sizing of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the D3500 vs the KF.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D3500 and KF is 72 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D3500 and KF.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged D3500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.