Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon D750 and Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) and the D750 (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The D750 was launched 16 months after the K-5 IIs which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D750 matches up vs the K-5 IIs in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D750 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D750 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D750 provides exterior dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 IIs has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D750 and Pentax K-5 IIs in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the D750 and the K-5 IIs.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D750 and K-5 IIs is 57 and 60 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D750 and K-5 IIs.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D750 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D750 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern D750 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.