Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF
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![Nikon D5600 front Nikon D5600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D5600.jpg)
![Pentax KF front Pentax KF front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-KF/Pentax-KF-front.jpg)
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Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF 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
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Announced November 2016
- Earlier Model is Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 684g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released November 2022
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-70
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Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D5600 (24MP) and the KF (24MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The D5600 was brought out 7 years earlier than the KF and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the D5600 matches up vs the KF with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5600 & Pentax KF. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5600 Gallery & Pentax KF Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Pentax KF
D5600 | KF | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax KF over the Nikon D5600
KF | D5600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | November 2022 | ![]() | November 2016 | More recent by 73 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Pentax KF
D5600 | KF | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D5600 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Pentax KF has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the D5600 compared to the KF.
![Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF size comparison Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5600-vs-Pentax-KF-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D5600 and KF is 70 and 63 respectively.
![Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF top view buttons comparison Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5600-vs-Pentax-KF-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D5600 and KF.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older D5600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF sensor size comparison Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D5600-vs-Pentax-KF-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D5600 vs Pentax KF Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5600-vs-Pentax-KF-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 D5600 vs Pentax KF Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Pentax KF | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D5600 | Pentax KF |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2016-11-10 | 2022-11-09 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 161 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200s | - |
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 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465g (1.03 lb) | 684g (1.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1306 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $597 | $850 |