Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K100D S

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K100D S, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and K100D S (6MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Z50 was announced 12 years later than the K100D S and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z50 matches up against the K100D S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Z50 and the K100D S.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and K100D S is 74 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and K100D S.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon Z50 to resolve greater detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Z50 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.