Nikon D700 vs Pentax KP

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon D700 versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the D700 (12MP) and KP (24MP) and the D700 (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The D700 was announced 9 years earlier than the KP which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the D700 scores vs the KP when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D700 & Pentax KP. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D700 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D700 offers physical measurements of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax KP has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D700 versus the KP.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D700 and KP is 54 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D700 and KP.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D700 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax KP will provide more detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D700 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.