Nikon D7500 vs Pentax K-5

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon D7500 vs Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the D7500 (21MP) and K-5 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D7500 was unveiled 6 years later than the K-5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the D7500 matches up vs the K-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7500 and Pentax K-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon D7500 Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D7500 provides exterior measurements of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") along with a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the D7500 compared to the K-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D7500 and K-5 is 60 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D7500 and K-5.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon D7500 to offer greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer D7500 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.