Pentax K-50
Score: 74/100Nikon D5300
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Nikon D5300 is a 24.2 MP APS-C DSLR aimed at advanced beginners, offering a vari-angle LCD, built-in Wi-Fi/GPS, and solid full-HD video. It balances high resolution and connectivity with a modest AF system and no in-body stabilization.
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 | | Nikon D5300 |
|---|---|---|
16.28 MP | 24.2 MPbest | |
6 fpsbest | 5 fps | |
51,200best | 25,600 | |
— | 600 shotsbest | |
11 | 39best | |
100 %best | 95 % | |
3 in | 3.2 inbest | |
0.92 xbest | 0.82 x |
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| Attribute | | Nikon D5300 |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(3) | ||
Sensor Size | APS-C | DX (APS-C) |
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 16.28 MP | 24.2 MP |
Maximum ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Autofocus(1) | ||
AF Points | 11 | 39 |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 6 fps | 5 fps |
Viewfinder(2) | ||
Viewfinder Coverage (%) | 100 % | 95 % |
Viewfinder Magnification (x) | 0.92 x | 0.82 x |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi | false | true |
Flash(1) | ||
Flash Sync Speed (1/seconds) | 180 1/seconds | 200 1/seconds |
Display(2) | ||
LCD Size (in) | 3.0 in | 3.2 in |
LCD Resolution (dots) | 921000 dots | 1037000 dots |
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 praised the D5300 for its sharp, high-resolution sensor, versatile articulated screen and the convenience of integrated Wi-Fi and GPS, noting it delivers strong overall performance for its price tier.
