Nikon D810A vs Pentax K20D

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon D810A versus Pentax K20D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and K20D (15MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and K20D (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The D810A was announced 6 years later than the K20D and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the D810A matches up vs the K20D for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810A and Pentax K20D. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D810A Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D810A comes with outer measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) whilst the Pentax K20D has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D810A versus Pentax K20D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D810A and the K20D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D810A and K20D is 55 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D810A and K20D.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D810A with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D810A will offer greater detail with its extra 21MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern D810A will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.