Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 703g - 132 x 103 x 77mm
- Released October 2008
- Earlier Model is Nikon D80
- Successor is Nikon D7000
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
Photography Glossary Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon D90 versus Pentax ist DL2, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the D90 (12MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraThe D90 was introduced 2 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D90 grades versus the ist DL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D90 over the Pentax ist DL2
| D90 | ist DL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2008 |  | January 2006 | More recent by 33 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 210k | Sharper display (+710k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Nikon D90
| ist DL2 | D90 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D90 and Pentax ist DL2
| D90 | ist DL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D90 provides exterior measurements of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D90 versus Pentax ist DL2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D90 against the ist DL2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D90 and ist DL2 is 60 and 69 respectively.
Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D90 and ist DL2.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon D90 to provide greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent D90 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon D90 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
| Nikon D90 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon D90 | Pentax ist DL2 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2008-10-13 | 2006-01-27 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 5 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
| Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 210k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/200s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | - |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 703 gr (1.55 lbs) | 565 gr (1.25 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 73 | 65 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 22.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | 977 | 639 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 850 pictures | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL3e | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $1,199 | - |