Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-S1

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D810 and K-S1 is 54 and 69 respectively.

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.