Nikon D5000
Score: 65/100
Pentax K-50
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Pentax K-50 is a rugged, weather-sealed APS-C DSLR with a 16.3 MP sensor, in-body stabilization and a 100 % pentaprism viewfinder, targeting outdoor enthusiasts who need durability and creative flexibility. It offers solid still-image performance but its video features and user interface lag behind current standards.
The Nikon D5000 bridges entry-level and enthusiast categories with a 12.3 MP sensor, vari-angle LCD, 11-point AF and 720p video, but its older technology limits performance relative to newer DSLRs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12.3 MP | 16.28 MPbest | |
4 fps | 6 fpsbest | |
6,400 | 51,200best | |
510 shotsbest | — | |
11best | 11best | |
95 % | 100 %best | |
2.7 in | 3 inbest | |
0.78 x | 0.92 xbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(2) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 12.3 MP | 16.28 MP |
Maximum ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 4 fps | 6 fps |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution | 720p | 1080p |
Viewfinder(2) | ||
Viewfinder Coverage (%) | 95 % | 100 % |
Viewfinder Magnification (x) | 0.78 x | 0.92 x |
Flash(1) | ||
Flash Sync Speed (1/seconds) | 1/200 1/seconds | 180 1/seconds |
Display(2) | ||
LCD Size (in) | 2.7 in | 3.0 in |
LCD Resolution (dots) | 230000 dots | 921000 dots |
Lens & Mount(1) | ||
Lens Mount | Nikon F | KAF2 |
Professional reviewers consider the D5000 a solid bridge between entry-level and enthusiast DSLRs, highlighting its D90-derived features, good image quality, and ergonomic LCD while noting its age and limited video capabilities.
Everyday users appreciate the D5000's image quality, manual controls, and affordable price, though many note its dated sensor, limited video, and lack of modern wireless connectivity.
Professional reviewers praise the K-50 for its durable, weather-sealed body, solid image quality, and a feature-rich set that includes in-camera HDR and sensor-shift stabilization. However, they note that its video functionality lags behind current standards, and the user interface feels a bit antiquated.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's ruggedness, reliable viewfinder and the flexibility of dual power options, often highlighting its suitability for outdoor shooting. Recurring complaints focus on the limited video features and the older-style menu system.
