Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K-70

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon D5000 versus Pentax K-70, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the D5000 (12MP) and K-70 (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The D5000 was released 8 years earlier than the K-70 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the D5000 grades against the K-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5000 & Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D5000 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D5000 has outer measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-70 has sizing of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5000 versus Pentax K-70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D5000 against the K-70.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D5000 and K-70 is 65 and 62 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D5000 and K-70.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax K-70 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged D5000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.