Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-30

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-30, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was revealed 7 years later than the K-30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z5 grades against the K-30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-30. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 has got exterior measurements 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-30 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Z5 against the K-30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and K-30 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and K-30.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Z5 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.