Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- 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
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-S1
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Z5 (Full frame) and K-S2 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5 was unveiled 5 years later than the K-S2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Z5 scores against the K-S2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Pentax K-S2
Z5 | K-S2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | February 2015 | More recent by 67 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Nikon Z5
K-S2 | Z5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Pentax K-S2
Z5 | K-S2 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has got physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z5 vs the K-S2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and K-S2 is 62 and 64 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and K-S2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z5 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Pentax K-S2 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | 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 on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 678 grams (1.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 410 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $581 |