Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-5

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D7000 (16MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D7000 was unveiled at a similar time to the K-5 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D7000 scores versus the K-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7000 & Pentax K-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon D7000 Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D7000 offers outside dimensions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the D7000 and the K-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D7000 and K-5 is 59 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D7000 and K-5.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the age of the products into consideration.