Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Launched June 2016
- Updated by Pentax KF
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-70, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is very well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and K-70 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z5 was introduced 4 years after the K-70 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z5 matches up against the K-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Pentax K-70
Z5 | K-70 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | June 2016 | More modern by 51 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Nikon Z5
K-70 | Z5 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-70
Z5 | K-70 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has got exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Z5 and the K-70.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and K-70 is 62 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and K-70.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Z5 uses the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The newer Z5 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-70 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2016-06-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 15 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
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, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 pounds) | 688g (1.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | 410 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $649 |