Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2
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Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Released March 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon D7100
- Replacement is Nikon D7500
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched August 2005
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On this page, we are looking at the Nikon D7200 and Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe D7200 was launched 9 years after the ist DS2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D7200 matches up vs the ist DS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 & Pentax ist DS2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D7200 Gallery & Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Pentax ist DS2
| D7200 | ist DS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2015 |  | August 2005 | More modern by 116 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 210k | Sharper display (+1019k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Nikon D7200
| ist DS2 | D7200 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D7200 and Pentax ist DS2
| D7200 | ist DS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7200 enjoys outside 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 ist DS2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D7200 and Pentax ist DS2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D7200 compared to the ist DS2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and ist DS2 is 59 and 68 respectively.
Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D7200 and ist DS2.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon D7200 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer D7200 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D7200 vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
| Nikon D7200 | Pentax ist DS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon D7200 | Pentax ist DS2 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2015-03-02 | 2005-08-22 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
| Amount of lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 210k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 765g (1.69 lbs) | 605g (1.33 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 87 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1333 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1110 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) | SD/MMC card |
| Card slots | Dual | Single |
| Cost at launch | $1,100 | - |
