Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-7

Below is a thorough review of the Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-7, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the D800E (36MP) and K-7 (15MP) and the D800E (Full frame) and K-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The D800E was announced 2 years later than the K-7 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the D800E scores vs the K-7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D800E and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D800E Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D800E comes with exterior dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D800E vs Pentax K-7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the D800E and the K-7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D800E and K-7 is 54 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D800E and K-7.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D800E with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D800E will resolve extra detail with its extra 21MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent D800E is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.