Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30
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Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Nikon D7000
- Replacement is Nikon D7200
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced October 2012
- Successor is Pentax K-50
Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and K-30 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D7100 was unveiled 6 months later than the K-30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the D7100 grades against the K-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7100 & Pentax K-30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D7100 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Pentax K-30
D7100 | K-30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Nikon D7100
K-30 | D7100 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7100 and Pentax K-30
D7100 | K-30 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | October 2012 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7100 enjoys exterior measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D7100 compared to the K-30.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D7100 and K-30 is 59 and 63 respectively.
Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7100 and K-30.
As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon D7100 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon D7100 vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Nikon D7100 | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D7100 | Pentax K-30 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-04-25 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 765g (1.69 lb) | 650g (1.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 83 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.2 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 1256 | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 pictures | 410 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Launch price | $800 | $525 |