Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II
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Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced June 2012
- Older Model is Nikon D700
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF4 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Released February 2018
- Superseded the Pentax K-1
Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D800E (36MP) and the K-1 II (36MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe D800E was released 6 years earlier than the K-1 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D800E scores versus the K-1 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D800E and Pentax K-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D800E Gallery and Pentax K-1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D800E over the Pentax K-1 II
D800E | K-1 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Nikon D800E
K-1 II | D800E | |||
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Released | February 2018 | June 2012 | More modern by 69 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 921k | Clearer display (+116k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D800E and Pentax K-1 II
D800E | K-1 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3.2" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D800E enjoys physical measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Check the Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D800E versus the K-1 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D800E and K-1 II is 54 and 55 respectively.
Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D800E and K-1 II.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged D800E will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications
Nikon D800E | Pentax K-1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D800E | Pentax K-1 Mark II |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2012-06-11 | 2018-02-22 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 819200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 33 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF4 |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 4.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 900g (1.98 pounds) | 1010g (2.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2979 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photographs | 670 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail cost | $2,389 | $1,737 |