Nikon D7200 vs Pentax K-1

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon D7200 vs Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the D7200 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The D7200 was introduced 11 months prior to the K-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the D7200 scores against the K-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7200 and Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Pentax K-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D7200 offers exterior 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) whilst the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Check the Nikon D7200 vs Pentax K-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the D7200 compared to the K-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D7200 and K-1 is 59 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D7200 and K-1.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D7200 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Pentax K-1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older D7200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.