Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Revealed December 2013
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed June 2008
- Old Model is Pentax K10D
Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon Df versus Pentax K20D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the Df (16MP) and the K20D (15MP) is pretty similar but the Df (Full frame) and K20D (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Df was revealed 5 years after the K20D which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Df scores versus the K20D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df and Pentax K20D. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Pentax K20D
Df | K20D | |||
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Revealed | December 2013 | June 2008 | More modern by 67 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Nikon Df
K20D | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Pentax K20D
Df | K20D | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df has outside measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Df versus Pentax K20D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Df and the K20D.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Df and K20D is 59 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Df and K20D.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Df with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Df will offer extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Df should have an advantage in sensor tech.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Nikon Df | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Df | Pentax K20D |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-12-20 | 2008-06-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lb) | 800 grams (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 89 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 3279 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $2,747 | $700 |