Nikon D50 vs Pentax K-3 II

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon D50 and Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and K-3 II (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The D50 was released 10 years earlier than the K-3 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the D50 matches up vs the K-3 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D50 and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D50 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon D50 has exterior dimensions of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has specifications of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D50 and Pentax K-3 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the D50 compared to the K-3 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D50 and K-3 II is 64 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D50 and K-3 II.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax K-3 II to produce more detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older D50 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.