Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Revealed October 2008
- Renewed by Nikon D800E
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Later Model is Pentax K-S2
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On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the D700 (12MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the D700 (Full frame) and K-S1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe D700 was brought out 6 years before the K-S1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the D700 scores versus the K-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Pentax K-S1
| D700 | K-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Nikon D700
| K-S1 | D700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2014 |  | October 2008 | Newer by 71 months |
Common features in the Nikon D700 and Pentax K-S1
| D700 | K-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D700 offers exterior dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S1 has measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the D700 compared to the K-S1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D700 and K-S1 is 54 and 69 respectively.
Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D700 and K-S1.
All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D700 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K-S1 will show extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged D700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
| Nikon D700 | Pentax K-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon D700 | Pentax K-S1 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2008-10-07 | 2014-08-27 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed | Prime MII |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
| Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest 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 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
| Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 1074 grams (2.37 pounds) | 558 grams (1.23 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 80 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 2303 | 1061 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1000 pictures | 410 pictures |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL3e | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $2,700 | $339 |