Pentax K-50
Score: 74/100
Nikon D3200 24.2MP DSLR Camera Kit
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Nikon D3200 is a 2012 entry-level DSLR with a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor, Full HD video, and a beginner-friendly Guide Mode, but it lacks built-in Wi-Fi and has modest high-ISO performance.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16.28 MP | 24.2 MPbest | |
6 fpsbest | 4 fps | |
51,200best | 12,800 | |
— | 540 shotsbest | |
11best | 11best | |
100 %best | 95 % | |
3 inbest | 3 inbest | |
0.92 xbest | 0.8 x |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(2) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 16.28 MP | 24.2 MP |
Maximum ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 6 fps | 4 fps |
Viewfinder(2) | ||
Viewfinder Coverage (%) | 100 % | 95 % |
Viewfinder Magnification (x) | 0.92 x | 0.8 x |
Lens & Mount(1) | ||
Lens Mount | KAF2 | Nikon F |
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.
Professional reviewers view the D3200 as a strong entry-level DSLR, praising its high-resolution sensor, excellent color science, and useful Guide Mode, while criticizing the lack of built-in Wi-Fi and modest high-ISO performance.
Everyday users appreciate the detailed images, Guide Mode, lightweight design, and long battery life, though they complain about missing Wi-Fi, limited AF coverage, and high-ISO noise.
