Nikon D7100 vs Pentax KP

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon D7100 and Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D7100 (24MP) and the KP (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D7100 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the KP and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D7100 grades against the KP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D7100 & Pentax KP. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D7100 Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D7100 enjoys outside dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Pentax KP has dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the D7100 and the KP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D7100 and KP is 59 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D7100 and KP.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older D7100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.