Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-1

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon D600 versus Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and K-1 (36MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The D600 was released 4 years prior to the K-1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the D600 scores against the K-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D600 and Pentax K-1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D600 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D600 comes with outer measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D600 vs the K-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D600 and K-1 is 56 and 55 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D600 and K-1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax K-1 to render more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older D600 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.