Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Here, we are comparing the Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The D810 was launched 13 months after the K-5 IIs making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D810 grades versus the K-5 IIs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D810 & Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D810 features exterior measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 IIs has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D810 vs the K-5 IIs.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D810 and K-5 IIs is 54 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D810 and K-5 IIs.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D810 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon D810 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 20MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger D810 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.