Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5
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![Nikon D600 front Nikon D600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D600/Nikon-D600-front.jpg)
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Introduced November 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon D300S
- Replacement is Nikon D610
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced December 2010
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-7
- Newer Model is Pentax K-5 IIs
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Overview
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.
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Pentax K-5
D600 | K-5 | |||
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Introduced | November 2012 | ![]() | December 2010 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Nikon D600
K-5 | D600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D600 and Pentax K-5
D600 | K-5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 size comparison Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D600-vs-Pentax-K-5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D600 and K-5 is 56 and 60 respectively.
![Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 top view buttons comparison Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D600-vs-Pentax-K-5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 sensor size comparison Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D600-vs-Pentax-K-5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D600-vs-Pentax-K-5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-5 Specifications
Nikon D600 | Pentax K-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D600 | Pentax K-5 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-11-13 | 2010-12-18 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.5fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 pounds) | 740 grams (1.63 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 94 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.2 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 2980 | 1162 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 images | 980 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,900 | $800 |