Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1
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Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Introduced November 2010
- Older Model is Nikon D90
- Later Model is Nikon D7100
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed August 2014
- Refreshed by Pentax K-S2
Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon D7000 and Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D7000 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D7000 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the K-S1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D7000 scores versus the K-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7000 and Pentax K-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D7000 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Pentax K-S1
D7000 | K-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Nikon D7000
K-S1 | D7000 | |||
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Revealed | August 2014 | November 2010 | More modern by 45 months |
Common features in the Nikon D7000 and Pentax K-S1
D7000 | K-S1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D7000 comes with outside measurements of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has sizing of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D7000 and Pentax K-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D7000 compared to the K-S1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the D7000 and K-S1 is 59 and 69 respectively.
Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D7000 and K-S1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax K-S1 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D7000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon D7000 vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-S1 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-11-30 | 2014-08-27 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 2 | Prime MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 5.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 780g (1.72 lb) | 558g (1.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 1167 | 1061 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1050 images | 410 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,049 | $339 |