Nikon D70s vs Pentax K-5

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon D70s and Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the D70s (6MP) and K-5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D70s was launched 6 years before the K-5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D70s scores against the K-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D70s and Pentax K-5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D70s Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D70s features physical measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D70s and Pentax K-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the D70s compared to the K-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D70s and K-5 is 61 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D70s and K-5.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-5 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D70s is going to be behind in sensor tech.