Nikon D7500 vs Pentax K-x

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      BrandNikonPentax
      ModelD7500K-x
      Predecessor ModelNikon D7200 Pentax K-m
      MSRP$1299 (body only), $1749 with 18-140 VR kit lens
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.4 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels21.51 Megapixel12.97 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.9 Megapixel12.6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 51,200100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 1,640,000100 - 12,800
      Photo Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      ProcessorEXPEED 5PRIME
      Max Image Resolution5568 x 37124288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions4176 x 2784, 2784 x 18563936 x 2684, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicBest, Better, Good
      Bit Depth14-Bit12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Fine, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, ShadeAuto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
      WB Bracketing3 frames in 1-stop increments
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-3 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points5111
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points15
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)Natural-Bright-Matte III
      Optics Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Lens MountNikon FPentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Screen TypeTiltingFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"2.7"
      Screen Resolution922k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.94x0.85x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.63x0.57x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint18.5 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-2 to +1-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneElectronically controlled Vertical Run Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/6000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting8.0 fps4.7 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 8 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 50 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
      Flash Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain
      Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear curtain
      Wireless
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 10016.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot meteringP-TTL, high speed sync, wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot shoe
      Exposure Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityProgram, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual)
      Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) ±1.5 (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock (available via programmable AF/AE-L button)
      DXO Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      DxO Low Light ISO1483811
      DxO Color Depth24.322.8
      DxO Dynamic Range14.012.5
      DxO Overall Score8672
      Video Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Movie File FormatSelectable from MOV (Video: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) and MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC)
      Electronic VR, highlight display
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV/MP4
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      HD: 1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
      Yes
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264Motion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21601280 x 720
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min25 min
      Terminals Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Output
      1 x Nikon DC2 Input
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.1 LE
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: SnapBridge
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Remote Control
      *As of July, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control Wired, wireless, smartphone Optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32-104°F
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Dimensions136 x 104 x 73 mm (5.35 x 4.09 x 2.87")123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68")
      Weight (inc. batteries)720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.7 x 6.7 x 4.8"
      Package Weight3.55 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Battery PackEN-EL15a4 x AA
      Battery Life950 shots1900 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC
      Other Nikon D7500 Pentax K-x
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec 2 or 12 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionCarbon FiberFiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless steel chassis
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning
      Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)


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