Nikon D810 vs Pentax KP

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon D810 versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and KP (24MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The D810 was revealed 3 years earlier than the KP and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the D810 scores vs the KP with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810 and Pentax KP. The full galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D810 offers 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 KP has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon D810 versus Pentax KP in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D810 against the KP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D810 and KP is 54 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D810 and KP.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D810 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D810 will give you extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older D810 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.