Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-3 II

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-3 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is pretty similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was released 5 years later than the K-3 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z5 scores vs the K-3 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-3 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 against the K-3 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and K-3 II is 62 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and K-3 II.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Z5 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler. The more modern Z5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.