Nikon Z5 vs Pentax K-S2

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.