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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D

Portability
61 Imaging
77 Features
89 Overall
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Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Pentax 645D front
Portability
50 Imaging
75 Features
52 Overall
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Launched October 2020
  • Superseded the Nikon Z6
Pentax 645D
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • No Video
  • Pentax 645AF2 Mount
  • 1480g - 156 x 117 x 119mm
  • Announced March 2010
  • Replacement is Pentax 645Z
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and 645D (40MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and 645D (Medium format) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 II was announced 10 years later than the 645D and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the 645D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Pentax 645D

		

		

			
 Z6 II 645D 
AnnouncedOctober 2020March 2010Fresher by 130 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k921kCrisper display (+1179k dot)
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Pentax 645D over the Nikon Z6 II

		

		

			
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax 645D

		

		

			
 Z6 II 645D 
Focus manually  More precise focus
Selfie screen  Neither has selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax 645D has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") having a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Z6 II versus the 645D.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and 645D is 61 and 50 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and 645D.
Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Pentax 645D will result in extra detail with its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
	
			Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Nikon Z6 II as a Portrait photography camera
 Pentax 645D as a Portrait photography camera
86
 has manual focus
 amazing MP (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has face detect autofocus
 exports RAW formats
77
 manual focus
 high  resolution (40MP)
 big sensor size (Medium format)
 saves RAW formats
 no liveview
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Street Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Street photography factors
Pentax 645D Street photography factors
78
 tilting screen
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 exports RAW formats
 comes with focus by touch
 environment proof
 good ISO range (51,200)
58
 big sensor size (Medium format)
 saves RAW formats
 weather proof
 screen does not articulate
 lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Sports photography highlights
Pentax 645D Sports photography highlights
82
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 amazing MP (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has tracking focus
 environment proof
 comes with phase detect autofocus
 terrible battery power (410 CIPA)
62
 high  resolution (40 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Medium format)
 weather proof
 comes with phase detect auto focus
 no liveview
 very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
 lack of image stabilization
 low battery (800 per charge)
Photography Glossary
Travel Comparison
 Nikon Z6 II as a Travel photography camera
 Pentax 645D as a Travel photography camera
66
 environment proof
 connects via bluetooth
 comes with focus by touch
 amazing MP (25 megapixels)
 terrible battery power (410 per charge)
 display is not selfie friendly
55
 weather proof
 high  resolution (40MP)
 low battery (800 per charge)
 doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography info
Pentax 645D Landscape photography info
82
 has manual focus
 switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 screen size is good (3.2 inches)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 amazing MP (25 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 good ISO range (51,200)
 exports RAW formats
 environment proof
 has dual storage slots
 terrible battery power (410 CIPA)
72
 manual focus
 interchangeable lenses (Pentax 645AF2 mount)
 pretty good screen size (3 inch)
 high  resolution (40MP)
 big sensor size (Medium format)
 does not have anti-alias filter
 saves RAW formats
 weather proof
 two card slots
 no liveview
 lack of image stabilization
 low battery (800 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Nikon Z6 II
Vlogging with Pentax 645D
36
 has touchscreen
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 has face detect autofocus
 high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 does have mic jack
 display is not selfie friendly
9
 lack of video recording
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax 645D Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Pentax 645D
 Nikon Z6 Mark IIPentax 645D
General Information
Make Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon Z6 Mark II Pentax 645D
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro DSLR
Launched 2020-10-14 2010-03-10
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Prime II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame Medium format
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 44 x 33mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 1,452.0mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixels 40 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and  16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 6048 x 4024 7264 x 5440
Maximum native ISO 51200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW files    
Minimum boosted ISO 50 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch to focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Total focus points 273 11
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon Z Pentax 645AF2
Total lenses 15 6
Crop factor 1 0.8
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2" 3"
Resolution of display 2,100 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Display technology - TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle and with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 98%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.85x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain
External flash    
AE bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Maximum flash synchronize 1/200 secs 1/125 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 705 gr (1.55 lbs) 1480 gr (3.26 lbs)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 156 x 117 x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 1262
Other
Battery life 410 photos 800 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI90
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature    
Type of storage CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC
Card slots 2 2
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