Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1
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![Nikon D810 front Nikon D810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D810-0.jpg)
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Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released June 2014
- Replaced the Nikon D800
- Refreshed by Nikon D850
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Renewed by Pentax K-S2
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Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D810 versus Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and K-S1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.
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The D810 was brought out 2 months earlier than the K-S1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D810 matches up versus the K-S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810 & Pentax K-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D810 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Pentax K-S1
D810 | K-S1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Nikon D810
K-S1 | D810 |
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Common features in the Nikon D810 and Pentax K-S1
D810 | K-S1 | |||
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Revealed | June 2014 | ![]() | August 2014 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D810 offers external measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has sizing of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
Check the Nikon D810 versus Pentax K-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the D810 and the K-S1.
![Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 size comparison Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D810-vs-Pentax-K-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D810 and K-S1 is 54 and 69 respectively.
![Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 top view buttons comparison Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D810-vs-Pentax-K-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D810 and K-S1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D810 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D810 will give you extra detail having its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.
![Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 sensor size comparison Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D810-vs-Pentax-K-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D810-vs-Pentax-K-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
Nikon D810 | Pentax K-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D810 | Pentax K-S1 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-06-26 | 2014-08-27 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXPEED 4 | Prime MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 980g (2.16 lb) | 558g (1.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 97 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.7 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2853 | 1061 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,999 | $339 |