Nikon D40 vs Pentax K100D

Its time to look closer at the Nikon D40 and Pentax K100D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D40 (6MP) and the K100D (6MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D40 was revealed at a similar time to the K100D and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D40 grades versus the K100D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D40 & Pentax K100D. The full galleries are available at Nikon D40 Gallery & Pentax K100D Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D40 offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D40 compared to the K100D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D40 and K100D is 71 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D40 and K100D.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos although you should really take the age of the products into consideration.