Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon D600 versus Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and K-5 (16MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and K-5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The D600 was launched 24 months later than the K-5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the D600 grades against the K-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D600 and Pentax K-5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D600 provides exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D600 versus Pentax K-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the D600 against the K-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D600 and K-5 is 56 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D600 and K-5.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D600 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D600 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D600 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.