Here is a quick review and comparison for the Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-1 DSLR cameras with full-frame image sensors.
Nikon D810 features a 36.3 megapixel sensor with no optical low pass filter, Expeed 4 image processing engine, 51-point auto-focus system and 5fps burst shooting at full resolution.
Pentax K-1 full-frame DSLR features a 36.4MP full-frame CMOS sensor and the advanced PRIME IV image processing engine. The first 35mm format Pentax K-1 DSLR camera offers a 3.2″ 1.04M-dot LCD uses a new flexible tilting design.
Comparison Table of Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-1 Cameras
Below you can see the specs comparison table of Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-1 full-frame cameras. Some differences like sensor, image size, shooting speed, lcd size etc.. detailed as bold on the table.
| Feature | Nikon D810 | Pentax K-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 36 MP | 36 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 35.9 x 24 mm | 35.9 x 24 mm |
| Sensor Type | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| AA Filter | No | No |
| Image Size | 7360 x 4912 | 7360 x 4912 |
| Image Processor | Expeed 4 | PRIME IV |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (tunnel) | Optical (tunnel) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | %100 | %100 |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
| Image Stabilization | No | 5-axis Sensor-shift Image Stabilization |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash | Dual SDXC, SDHC, SD |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 5 FPS | 4.4 FPS |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 to 30 sec | 1/8000 to 30 sec |
| Native ISO Sensitivity | ISO 64-12,800 | ISO 100-204800 |
| Autofocus System | 51 points | 33 points |
| Video Output | H.264, MPEG-4 | H.264, MPEG-4 |
| Video Maximum Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p) |
| LCD Size | 3.2″ Fixed TFT-LCD | 3.2″ Tilting TFT-LCD |
| LCD Resolution | 1,228,800 dots | 1.037,000 dots |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) | ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
| Timelapse recording | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Optional | Yes |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
| Battery | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
| Battery Life | 1,200 shots (CIPA) | 760 shots |
| USB Version | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82 mm | 136.5 x 110.0 x 85.5 mm |
| Weight | 880g | 924g |
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The Pentax K-1 represents an amazing value for the price, although late to the party Pentax has made up for it by providing what everyone wants at an affordable price.