Nikon D5500 vs Pentax K-70

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon D5500 versus Pentax K-70, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D5500 (24MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D5500 was launched 17 months prior to the K-70 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D5500 matches up against the K-70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5500 & Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5500 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D5500 has outside measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 420 grams (0.93 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the D5500 and the K-70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D5500 and K-70 is 71 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D5500 and K-70.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The older D5500 is going to be behind in sensor technology.