Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Announced May 2012
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z6 II was announced 8 years after the K-01 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the K-01 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Pentax K-01
Z6 II | K-01 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | May 2012 | More modern by 102 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Nikon Z6 II
K-01 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-01
Z6 II | K-01 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II features physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Pentax K-01 has specifications of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II and the K-01.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and K-01 is 61 and 76 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and K-01.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will provide extra detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Z6 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-01 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | 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-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 561 grams (1.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 540 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $899 |