Nikon D70s vs Pentax K-1 II

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon D70s versus Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D70s (6MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the D70s (APS-C) and K-1 II (Full frame) use different sensor size.

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The D70s was unveiled 14 years earlier than the K-1 II which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D70s scores versus the K-1 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D70s & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D70s Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D70s comes with exterior measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 II has specifications of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D70s versus Pentax K-1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the D70s and the K-1 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D70s and K-1 II is 61 and 55 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D70s and K-1 II.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D70s with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-1 II will produce more detail having an extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged D70s will be behind in sensor innovation.