Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II 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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF4 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Older Model is Pentax K-1
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-1 II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and K-1 II (36MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z6 II was announced 2 years later than the K-1 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Z6 II matches up versus the K-1 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Pentax K-1 II
Z6 II | K-1 II | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | February 2018 | Fresher by 33 months | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1037k | Crisper display (+1063k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 II over the Nikon Z6 II
K-1 II | Z6 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-1 II
Z6 II | K-1 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II has external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-1 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z6 II against the K-1 II.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and K-1 II is 61 and 55 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and K-1 II.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K-1 II to give greater detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-1 II Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-1 Mark II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2018-02-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 36MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 819200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 33 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF4 |
Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 4.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lbs) | 1010g (2.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 670 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail cost | $1,997 | $1,737 |