Nikon D50 vs Pentax K-1

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon D50 and Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the D50 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The D50 was unveiled 11 years prior to the K-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the D50 grades versus the K-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D50 and Pentax K-1. The full galleries are available at Nikon D50 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D50 provides physical measurements of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check out the Nikon D50 and Pentax K-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the D50 vs the K-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D50 and K-1 is 64 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D50 and K-1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D50 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-1 will provide you with more detail having an extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older D50 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.