Nikon D850 vs Pentax K-5 II

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon D850 and Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the D850 (46MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the D850 (Full frame) and K-5 II (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The D850 was introduced 4 years later than the K-5 II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D850 matches up against the K-5 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D850 and Pentax K-5 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D850 Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D850 provides physical dimensions of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D850 and Pentax K-5 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the D850 against the K-5 II.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D850 and K-5 II is 54 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D850 and K-5 II.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D850 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D850 will give extra detail using its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern D850 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.