Nikon D810A vs Pentax K-5 IIs

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon D810A versus Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The D810A was announced 21 months after the K-5 IIs making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the D810A matches up versus the K-5 IIs in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D810A and Pentax K-5 IIs. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D810A Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D810A has physical dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 IIs has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D810A versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the D810A vs the K-5 IIs.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D810A and K-5 IIs is 55 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D810A and K-5 IIs.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D810A with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D810A will provide you with more detail with its extra 20MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer D810A is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.