Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Announced October 2008
- Newer Model is Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Launched June 2013
- Superseded the Pentax K-5
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon D700 and Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the D700 (12MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the D700 (Full frame) and K-5 II (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D700 was released 5 years earlier than the K-5 II and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D700 grades against the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D700 & Pentax K-5 II. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D700 Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Pentax K-5 II
D700 | K-5 II | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Nikon D700
K-5 II | D700 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | October 2008 | Fresher by 56 months |
Common features in the Nikon D700 and Pentax K-5 II
D700 | K-5 II | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D700 offers physical dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D700 and Pentax K-5 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the D700 vs the K-5 II.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D700 and K-5 II is 54 and 60 respectively.
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D700 and K-5 II.
All in all, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D700 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-5 II will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older D700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Nikon D700 | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D700 | Pentax K-5 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2008-10-07 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1074g (2.37 lbs) | 760g (1.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 80 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 2303 | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 photos | 980 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL3e | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $2,700 | $830 |