Nikon Z5 vs Pentax KP

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z5 and Pentax KP, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the KP (24MP) is pretty close but the Z5 (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was released 3 years after the KP which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z5 scores versus the KP with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5 compared to the KP.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and KP is 62 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and KP.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Z5 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern Z5 provides a benefit in sensor tech.