Nikon D7200 vs Pentax K-5

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon D7200 versus Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and K-5 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D7200 was announced 4 years later than the K-5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the D7200 scores versus the K-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 and Pentax K-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D7200 features outer measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon D7200 versus Pentax K-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D7200 versus the K-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and K-5 is 59 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7200 and K-5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D7200 to offer you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent D7200 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.