Nikon D850 vs Pentax K-S1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon D850 versus Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the D850 (46MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the D850 (Full frame) and K-S1 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The D850 was announced 3 years later than the K-S1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D850 matches up against the K-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D850 and Pentax K-S1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D850 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D850 features exterior measurements of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has specifications of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D850 versus Pentax K-S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the D850 vs the K-S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D850 and K-S1 is 54 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D850 and K-S1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D850 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D850 will provide you with more detail with its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern D850 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.