Nikon D810 vs Pentax K20D

Below is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D810 versus Pentax K20D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and K20D (15MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and K20D (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The D810 was announced 6 years later than the K20D and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the D810 scores versus the K20D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D810 & Pentax K20D. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery & Pentax K20D Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810 features outside dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) and the Pentax K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the D810 compared to the K20D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D810 and K20D is 54 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810 and K20D.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D810 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D810 will produce greater detail with its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer D810 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.