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When comparing Nikon D3400 vs Pentax K-S1, the Slant community recommends Nikon D3400 for most people. In the question“What are the best DSLR cameras for beginners?” Nikon D3400 is ranked 9th while Pentax K-S1 is ranked 10th.
Specs
Image stabilizationNo
ProcessorExpeed 4
Screen size3in
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizationYes
ProcessorPrime MII
Screen size3in
Sensor typeCMOS
AE Bracketing±3
AF points11
Battery Life (CIPA)410
Built-in flashYes
Continuous drive5 fps
Crop factor1.5x
Dimensions121 x 93 x 70 mm
Environmentally sealedNo
Exposure compensation±5
External flashYes
Flash range10m
ISO Range100 - 51200
Image aspect ratio options (w:h)3:2
Lens mountPentax KAF2
Max resolution5472 x 3648
MicrophoneStereo
PortsUSB 2.0; HDMI
Remote controlYes
Screen dots921000
Sensor sizeAPS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Shutter speed range30 - 1/6000 seconds
Storage typesSD / SDHC / SDXC
TouchscreenNo
Video resolution1080p30; 720p60
Viewfinder coverage1
Viewfinder magnification0.95x
WB BracketingNo
Weight558 g
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Pros
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Pro Offers choice of body colors
The camera is available in 12 different body colors.
Pro In-body stabilization saves money on lenses
Since stabilization can be applied to any lense, you can save money by not having to spend it on stabilized lenses which are generally more expensive than non-stabilized lenses.
Cons
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Con Poor grip
Unlike most camera bodies that use a rubberized grip, K-S1 has a plastic grip that is both smaller and slipperier making the camera more difficult to hold.