Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-1 II

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the D7100 (APS-C) and K-1 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The D7100 was introduced 5 years prior to the K-1 II which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the D7100 grades against the K-1 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7100 & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D7100 Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D7100 provides exterior measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K-1 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D7100 vs the K-1 II.

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

Often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7100 and K-1 II.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D7100 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Pentax K-1 II will render greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged D7100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.