Nikon D7200 vs Pentax K-70

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon D7200 versus Pentax K-70, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D7200 (24MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D7200 was introduced 15 months earlier than the K-70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D7200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the D7200 matches up versus the K-70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7200 & Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D7200 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7200 offers external 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-70 has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D7200 versus the K-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D7200 and K-70 is 59 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7200 and K-70.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older D7200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.