Nikon D780 vs Pentax KP

Below, we are comparing the Nikon D780 and Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D780 (25MP) and the KP (24MP) is fairly similar but the D780 (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The D780 was launched 2 years later than the KP and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D780 matches up against the KP with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D780 and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D780 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D780 provides outer measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and the Pentax KP has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D780 and the KP.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D780 and KP is 57 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D780 and KP.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D780 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D780 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger D780 should have an advantage in sensor technology.