| General | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | D7000 | K-5 |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon D90 | Pentax K-7 |
| Successor Model | Nikon D7100 | Pentax K-5 II |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | DX | |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6 mm | 23.7 x 15.7 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.9 Megapixel | 16.9 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16.2 Megapixel | 16.3 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 80 - 12,800 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 25,600 | 80 - 25,600 |
| Photo | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXPEED 2 | PRIME II |
| Max Image Resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Other Resolutions | 3696 x 2448, 2464 x 1632 | 3936 x 2624, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | Good, Better, Best |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit | 14-Bit |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing | 2 or 3 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 |
| Focus | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | Multi-area Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus |
| AF Detection Range | -1 to +19 EV | |
| Number of Focus Points | 39 | 11 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 9 | 9 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Focusing Screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed) |
| Optics | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
| Digital Image Stabilization | ||
| Reflex Mirror | Quick-return type |
| Screen | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x | 0.92x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.63x | 0.61x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 | -2.5 to +1.5 |
| Shutter | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/8000 sec | 1/8000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 6.0 fps | 7.0 fps |
| Mirror Lock Up |
| Flash | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow sync Rear curtain | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow sync High speed Rear curtain and Wireless |
| Flash Range | 12.00 m at ISO 100 | 13.00 m at ISO 100 |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec | 1/180 sec |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) | |
| Flash Bracketing | 2 to 3 exposures in increments of 1/3 to 2 EV | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | i-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR | |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, Wireless | Hot Shoe, Wireless |
| Exposure | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Average Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Metering Range | 0 to +20 EV | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) | ±2 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) |
| Exposure Lock |
| DXO | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 1167 | 1162 |
| DxO Color Depth | 23.5 | 23.7 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.9 | 14.1 |
| DxO Overall Score | 80 | 82 |
| Video | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 25 min |
| Terminals | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Mini Type C | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | via Eye-Fi | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional, wired or wireless | optional, wired or wireless |
| Environmental | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 132 x 105 x 77 mm (5.2 x 4.13 x 3.03") | 131 x 97 x 73 mm (5.16 x 3.82 x 2.87") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 780 g (1.72 lb / 27.51 oz) | 740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.7 x 6.7 x 5.8" | 8.2 x 6.5 x 5.1" |
| Package Weight | 4.75 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
| Battery Life | 1050 shots | 980 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Other | Nikon D7000 | Pentax K-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 seconds | 2 or 12 seconds |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy | |
| Electronic Level Gauge | ||
| Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator |
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