Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2
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![Nikon Z50 front Nikon Z50 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Z50/Nikon-Z50-front.jpg)
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64 Features
82 Overall
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Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- 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
- Superseded the Pentax K-S1
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Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The Z50 was launched 4 years after the K-S2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z50 grades vs the K-S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax K-S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Pentax K-S2
Z50 | K-S2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | ![]() | February 2015 | More modern by 57 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Nikon Z50
K-S2 | Z50 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-S2
Z50 | K-S2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 features exterior dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Z50 versus the K-S2.
![Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 size comparison Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z50-vs-Pentax-K-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and K-S2 is 74 and 64 respectively.
![Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 top view buttons comparison Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z50-vs-Pentax-K-S2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and K-S2.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon Z50 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 sensor size comparison Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z50-vs-Pentax-K-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z50-vs-Pentax-K-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Pentax K-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Pentax K-S2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-10-10 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 gr (0.88 lb) | 678 gr (1.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" 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 | 320 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $857 | $581 |