Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500
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![Nikon D5500 front Nikon D5500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D5500/Nikon-D5500-front.jpg)
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Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 420g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Replaced the Nikon D5300
- Successor is Nikon D5600
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Announced November 2013
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Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Nikon D5500 and Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the D5500 (24MP) and K-500 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The D5500 was announced 14 months after the K-500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D5500 scores against the K-500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5500 and Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D5500 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5500 over the Pentax K-500
D5500 | K-500 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 14 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+116k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Nikon D5500
K-500 | D5500 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5500 and Pentax K-500
D5500 | K-500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D5500 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Pentax K-500 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D5500 and Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the D5500 against the K-500.
![Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 size comparison Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5500-vs-Pentax-K-500-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D5500 and K-500 is 71 and 64 respectively.
![Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 top view buttons comparison Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5500-vs-Pentax-K-500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D5500 and K-500.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon D5500 to deliver greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher D5500 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 sensor size comparison Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D5500-vs-Pentax-K-500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5500-vs-Pentax-K-500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-500 Specifications
Nikon D5500 | Pentax K-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D5500 | Pentax K-500 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4 | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 420 gr (0.93 pounds) | 646 gr (1.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 84 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 1438 | 1087 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 pictures | 710 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $700 | $600 |