Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D
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Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 590g - 127 x 104 x 80mm
- Introduced June 2009
- Old Model is Nikon D60
- Successor is Nikon D5100
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 585g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Released May 2006
Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Overview
Below, we are matching up the Nikon D5000 and Pentax K110D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the D5000 (12MP) and K110D (6MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D5000 was brought out 3 years after the K110D which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D5000 matches up vs the K110D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5000 and Pentax K110D. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5000 Gallery and Pentax K110D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5000 over the Pentax K110D
D5000 | K110D | |||
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Released | June 2009 | May 2006 | More modern by 38 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper display (+20k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K110D over the Nikon D5000
K110D | D5000 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5000 and Pentax K110D
D5000 | K110D | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D5000 comes with outer measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax K110D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D5000 and Pentax K110D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D5000 against the K110D.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5000 and K110D is 65 and 67 respectively.
Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D5000 and K110D.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D5000 to give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer D5000 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D5000 vs Pentax K110D Specifications
Nikon D5000 | Pentax K110D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D5000 | Pentax K110D |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-06-12 | 2006-05-22 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 590 grams (1.30 pounds) | 585 grams (1.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 104 x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 868 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 510 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL9a | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $630 | $1,000 |