Nikon Df vs Pentax K-5 IIs

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon Df vs Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the Df (16MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is pretty similar but the Df (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Df was brought out 7 months after the K-5 IIs which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Df grades vs the K-5 IIs with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df and Pentax K-5 IIs. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Df Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df features outside measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 IIs has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Df against the K-5 IIs.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Df and K-5 IIs is 59 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and K-5 IIs.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Df provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more recent Df is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.