Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP
Portability
56 Imaging
65 Features
90 Overall
75
56 Imaging
65 Features
90 Overall
75
Portability
61 Imaging
67 Features
76 Overall
70
61 Imaging
67 Features
76 Overall
70
Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP Key Specs
Nikon D500
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 860g - 147 x 115 x 81mm
- Released January 2016
- Succeeded the Nikon D300S
Pentax KP
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Launched January 2017
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On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon D500 versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D500 (21MP) and the KP (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
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Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the D500 scores vs the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D500 and Pentax KP. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D500 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D500 over the Pentax KP
| D500 | KP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 2359k |  | 921k | Sharper screen (+1438k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Nikon D500
| KP | D500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2017 |  | January 2016 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon D500 and Pentax KP
| D500 | KP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D500 features external dimensions of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) and the Pentax KP has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the D500 vs the KP.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D500 and KP is 56 and 61 respectively.
Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D500 and KP.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax KP to offer greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged D500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon D500 Portrait photography factors
Pentax KP Portrait photography factors
you can focus manually
good megapixels (21MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
manual focus
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detection focus
exports RAW files
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Nikon D500 as a Street photography camera
Pentax KP as a Street photography camera
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
weather proofing
great ISO range (51,200)
no image stabilization
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
very good high ISO (819,200)
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Nikon D500 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax KP as a Sports photography camera
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
good megapixels (21MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery power (1,240 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
great max shutter speed (1/6,000s)
silent mode (1/24,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
not so great battery power (390 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Nikon D500 Travel photography info
Pentax KP Travel photography info
good battery power (1,240 CIPA)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
good megapixels (21MP)
display is not selfie friendly
environment sealing
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
not so great battery power (390 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Nikon D500 Landscape photography factors
Pentax KP Landscape photography factors
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
good megapixels (21MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
great ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
good battery power (1,240 CIPA)
2 card slots
no image stabilization
manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
very good high ISO (819,200)
exports RAW files
environment sealing
not so great battery power (390 shots)
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Nikon D500 Vlogging advice
Pentax KP Vlogging advice
has touchscreen
features face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic support
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
Photography Glossary
Nikon D500 vs Pentax KP Specifications
| Nikon D500 | Pentax KP | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon D500 | Pentax KP |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2016-01-05 | 2017-01-26 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed 5 | PRIME IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6016 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 819200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 1640000 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 153 | 27 |
| Cross focus points | 99 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 2,359k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.66x | 0.63x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
| Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/24000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 860 grams (1.90 lb) | 703 grams (1.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 147 x 115 x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 84 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1324 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1240 photographs | 390 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | XQD/SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
| Storage slots | Dual | One |
| Launch cost | $1,497 | $747 |