Nikon D70 vs Pentax K-50

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon D70 versus Pentax K-50, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and K-50 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D70 was brought out 10 years prior to the K-50 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D70 matches up versus the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D70 and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D70 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D70 offers exterior measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Pentax K-50 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D70 versus Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the D70 and the K-50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and K-50 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and K-50.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-50 to give you greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.