Nikon D7500 vs Pentax K-S1

Below is a detailed review of the Nikon D7500 vs Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D7500 (21MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The D7500 was brought out 2 years later than the K-S1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D7500 matches up against the K-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7500 and Pentax K-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D7500 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7500 offers physical measurements of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") having a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the D7500 compared to the K-S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D7500 and K-S1 is 60 and 69 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D7500 and K-S1.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D7500 to show extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger D7500 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.