Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Announced June 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-5
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and K-5 II (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Z6 II was unveiled 7 years later than the K-5 II and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Z6 II matches up versus the K-5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Pentax K-5 II. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Pentax K-5 II
Z6 II | K-5 II | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | June 2013 | Fresher by 90 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 friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Nikon Z6 II
K-5 II | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Pentax K-5 II
Z6 II | K-5 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II provides external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II vs the K-5 II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and K-5 II is 61 and 60 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and K-5 II.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will give you more detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Z6 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-5 II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Pentax K-5 II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2013-06-04 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface 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 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
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, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
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 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 760 gr (1.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1235 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 980 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Price at release | $1,997 | $830 |