Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-1

Lets look much closer at the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the D7100 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The D7100 was released 3 years earlier than the K-1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the D7100 grades against the K-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7100 & Pentax K-1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D7100 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D7100 features outside measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the D7100 versus the K-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D7100 and K-1 is 59 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D7100 and K-1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D7100 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax K-1 will show more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older D7100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.