How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Pentax
Pentax K-1 Mark II vs Nikon D780
Short AnswerNikon D780 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionPentax K-1 Mark II
Autofocus PointsNikon D780
Battery LifeNikon D780
WeightNikon D780
Launch PricePentax K-1 Mark II
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A36.4
B24.5
Battery (Shots)
A670
B2260
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A1010
B840
AF Points
A25
B51
Form Factor
136.5 × 110 × 85.5 mm
143.5 × 115.5 × 76 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Pentax K-1 Mark II If…
- Higher resolution (36.4 MP vs 24.5 MP)
- Costs less at launch ($1999.95 vs $2299)
Choose Nikon D780 If…
- Higher autofocus points (51 vs 25 )
- Higher battery life (2260 shots vs 670 shots)
- Lighter body (840 g vs 1010 g)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Pentax K-1 Mark II | Nikon D780 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 36.4 MP | 24.5 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 819200 | 51200 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 25 | 51 |
| Low-Light AF | -3 EV | -3 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 4.4 fps | 7 fps |
| Electronic Burst | — | 12 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism | Optical pentaprism |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Multi-axis tilt | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 1080 60i | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | — | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | — | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1010 g | 840 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 670 Shots | 2260 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | — | Yes |
| Launch Price | 1999.95 | 2299 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.