Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Launched February 2016
- Newer Model is Pentax K-1 II
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon Z5 versus Pentax K-1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and K-1 (36MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z5 was unveiled 4 years later than the K-1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z5 scores versus the K-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 & Pentax K-1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Pentax K-1
Z5 | K-1 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | February 2016 | More recent by 54 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Nikon Z5
K-1 | Z5 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-1
Z5 | K-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 has got outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z5 versus Pentax K-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z5 compared to the K-1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and K-1 is 62 and 55 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and K-1.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax K-1 to render more detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger Z5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-1 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2020-07-20 | 2016-02-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 33 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames per sec | 4.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 1010g (2.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3280 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 760 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $1,499 |